His work has been collected by barbra streisand, the late lauren bacall, ali mcgraw, shirley maclaine. This is evident in the 23 magnificent, inventive quilts showcased in. Inspired by his collaboration with the british quilt museum, kaffe fassetts newest book in his successful patchwork and quilting series is a peek into the mind of a master designer, and the finished results are stunning. Each quilt is lovingly and respectfully redesigned in the bold, contemporary, vibrant fabrics designed by fassett himself, as well as designers philip jacobs and brandon mably. Using the collection of american vintage quilts in britain s american museum in bath as his inspiration, kaffe has chosen 18 different quilts as the basis for his 20 new designs in this book, reinventing them with new fabrics and colours. The photography is vibrant and beautiful as is typical for one of kaffe s books. Kaffe breathes new life into old masterpieces by updating the colourways and employing, where necessary, new patchwork techniques.
Past meets present in this dazzling collection of new quilts from design genius kaffe fassett. These stunning new artworks have been inspired by the american museums worldrenowned collection of antique quilts. Coming in august 2018 is kaffe fassetts newest book, quilts in america. The 20th in his patchwork and quilting series, the book contains 20 designs inspired by 18 vintage quilts in the american museum in britain, in bath. Known by millions of knitters who cherish his intricate designs, unique colour palette, and bold graphic aesthetic, kaffe reinvents 24 of his most beloved patterns in his book kaffe knits again 2007. Aug 01, 2018 he has written numerous quilt bestsellers including heritage quilts, kaffe quilts again, kaffe fassett. Glorious color quilt fabric and kits from kaffe fassett. I also liked seeing hisbookcase, which from the point of view of a bookcollector, looked well used and filled with. Aug 09, 2019 kaffes book, kaffe fassetts heritage quilts, features 20 quilt designs created by him and his team, inspired by the treasures in the collection. Aug 07, 2018 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his patchwork and quilting books, kaffe fassett has returned to his american roots.
Kaffe fassett s heritage quilts is a curated collection of rare and treasured quilts from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries such as the church window, log cabin, hearts and crosses, and other rare designs. Kaffe fassetts heritage quilts is a curated collection of rare and treasu. For fassett, it is all about the fabric and i love the many fabrics that he uses and the combinations that he comes up with. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Sep 01, 2015 kaffe chose a special collection of traditional quilts and redesigned them in his latest fabrics for a recent exhibition at the quilters guild museum at york in the uk. In kaffe fassetts heritage quilts, the legendary talent turns his attention to a collection of 20 notable 18th and 19thcentury quilts and reinvents them for today. Kaffe fassetts museum quilts by kaffe fassett, september 6, 2005, taunton. He has written numerous quilt bestsellers including heritage quilts, kaffe quilts again, kaffe fassett. Using the collection of american vintage quilts in britains american museum in bath as his inspiration, kaffe has chosen 18 different quilts as the basis for his 20 new designs in this book.
Kaffe fassetts museum quilts by kaffe fassett, 9781561587544, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Jul 24, 2019 kaffe fassett is once again joining us to deliver his glorious colour lecture. Gateway kaffe fassetts quilts in italy book quiltprojecten naaiprojecten quilten ideeen scrappy quilts eenvoudige quilts bargello stikwerk kind quilts quiltkunst picasa. Kaffe fassetts heritage quilts is a peek into the mind of a master designer, and the finished results are stunning. An exciting opportunity to collaborate with the british quilt museum inspired this latest volume in kaffes successful patchwork and quilting series. Kaffe fassetts heritage quilts by kaffe fassett 2015. Buy kaffe fassetts museum quilts by fassett, kaffe, lucy, liza prior isbn. He has written numerous quilt bestsellers, including kaffe fassett s quilts in the sun, passionate patchwork, kaffe fassett s museum quilts and kaleidoscope of quilts all published by the taunton press. Kaffe fassetts country garden quilts kaffe fassett. Fassett partnered with rowan to create the kaffe fassett collection, which debuts new fabrics every fall. In kaffe fassetts simple shapes spectacular quilts, worldrenowned quilter kaffe fassett demonstrates how basic geometric forms squares, rectangles, triangles, diamonds, circles and quarter circles. Kaffe fassett presents 20 magnificent quilts bursting with floral themes and his trademark color combinations all luxuriously photographed against the stunning backdrop of lush english country gardens. Kaffe fassetts museum quilts by kaffe fassett, september 6, 2005, taunton edition, hardcover in english. Kaffe fassetts heritage quilts is an education in history as much as it is an impressive howto quilting guide.
Liza prior lucy past meets present in this dazzling collection of new quilts from. Kaffe fassetts first needlepoint design was commissioned by pamela, lady harlech for lord harlech. Pdf kaffe fassett s quilts in the sun download full. The designspatterns have the feeling of classic quilts, but the fabrics and details make them fresh and new. A fantastic opportunity to hear him discuss the many aspects of his work as well as the quilts in america exhibition. In kaffe fassetts simple shapes spectacular quilts, worldrenowned quilter kaffe fassett demonstrates how basic geometric forms squares, rectangles, triangles, diamonds, circles and quarter circles found in natural and manmade environments inspire his quilt designs. I also liked seeing hisbookcase, which from the point of view of a bookcollector, looked well used and filled with cherishedbooks. Kaffe fassetts heritage quilts softcover by fassett, kaffe.
I purchased this book used, it was in very nice condition. Known by millions of knitters who cherish his intricate designs. Kaffe fassett s heritage quilts the latest, most exquisite quilt collection from the worldrenowned textile designer. He s an international sensation kaffe fassett who has been commissioned by british royalty, top american fashion designers, and the royal shakespeare company for his skillful eye, masterful technique, and dedication to impeccable detail. Kaffe fassetts museum quilts september 6, 2005 edition. Twenty designs from rowan for patchwork and quilting. Kaffe has chosen a special collection of traditional quilts. The dust cover, hardcovers and all pages are free of any. Pdf kaffe fassett s sew simple quilts patchworks download. Kaffe fassetts new book inspired by vintage american quilts. Kaffe fassetts glorious colour lecture american museum. Kaffe fassett books list of books by author kaffe fassett.
For fassett, it is all about the fabric and i love the many fabrics that he uses and the combinations that. Since 1999, glorious color has specialized in the quilt fabric and books created by kaffe fassett and liza prior lucy. He told us about a few of his favourites in our souvenir magazine back in issue 1. Kaffe fassett is once again joining us to deliver his glorious colour lecture. Using the collection of american vintage quilts in britains. Sep 6, 2019 kaffe fassett quilts, fabrics or patterns. Kaffe chose a special collection of traditional quilts and redesigned them in his latest fabrics for a recent exhibition at the quilters guild museum at york in the uk. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. We make fabric packs for many of the quilts featured in kaffe fassett s books.
See more ideas about quilts, quilt patterns and quilting designs. Fassetts blue and white pottery collection whichis also a favorite of mine. Frank havrah kaffe fassett, mbe born december 7, 1937 is an americanborn artist who is best known for his colourful designs in the decorative artsneedlepoint, patchwork, knitting, painting and. Designs inspired by the victoria and albert museum by kaffe fassett 2005, hardcover at the best online. Inspired by his collaboration with the british quilt museum, kaffe fassetts newest book in his successful patchwork and quilting series is a peek into the mind of a master designer, and the finished results are. We carry all of the kaffe fassett collective fabrics.
Inspired by his collaboration with the british quilt museum, kaffe fassetts newest book in his successful patchwork and quilting series is a peek into the mind of a master designer, and. The designs fall loosely into three separate groups. Liza prior lucy past meets present in this dazzling collection of new quilts from design genius kaffe fassett. Design inspired by quilts from the american museum in britain by kaffe fassett isbn. Pdf kaffe fassett s quilts in the sun download full pdf. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of his highly successful series of patchwork and quilting books, kaffe fassett has returned to his american roots. In this dazzling book, kaffe fassett presents 23 new patchwork designs all inspired by treasures from londons worldfamous decorative arts museum. This is the 20th book in the kaffe fassett patchwork and quilting book collections. Kaffe fassett has inspired people across the world with his colourful work in fabric, knitting, needlepoint, patchwork, painting and mosaic.
Based on fassetts signature line of rowan fabrics, the pieces have been designed by some of the worlds finest quilters, including liza priorlucy, pauline smith, and robert horton. The section of the book called museum tour, showsvarious exhibits of mr. Detailsinspired by his collaboration with the british quilt museum, kaffe fassetts newest book in his successful patchwork and quilting series is a peek into the mind of a master designer, and the finished. Kaffe fassetts heritage quilts by kaffe fassett, paperback. The dust cover, hardcovers and all pages are free of any stains or rips. This talk is designed to inspire and empower the audience to create and their own use of colour. Kaffe fassett uses the colorful venetian island of burano to form the backdrop of another stunning collection of new quilt designs from the kaffe fassett studio in this 22nd installment of kaffe fassetts everpopular series of patchwork and quilting books, the quilts have been photographed on location in burano, a tiny island in italys venetian archipelago, famous for its lace making. Designs inspired by the victoria and albert museum by kaffe fassett 2005, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Quilts in the cotswolds, quilts in america, bold blooms, quilts in ireland, quilts in italy. Hes an international sensation kaffe fassett who has been commissioned by british. Kaffe fassetts heritage quilts is a curated collection of rare and treasured quilts from the. The utility quilts employ large simple in this dazzling book, kaffe fassett presents 23 new patchwork designs all inspired by treasures from londons worldfamous. Sep 15, 2005 in this dazzling book, kaffe fassett presents 23 new patchwork designs all inspired by treasures from londons worldfamous decorative arts museum. Kaffe fassetts heritage quilts the latest, most exquisite quilt collection from the worldrenowned textile designer.
Oct 01, 2010 journey to provence, france, and take pleasure in 20 beautiful new quilts that feature all the romance of a time gone by. Kaffe fassetts quilts en provence is a study in geometry and colour set in the south of france, where narrow streets and vibrantly hued buildings provide a medieval backdrop. Kaffe fassett s heritage quilts is a peek into the mind of a master designer, and the finished results are stunning. Textile artist kaffe fassett breathes new life into old masterpieces by updating the colors and employing contemporary techniques. Kaffe fassett s quilts en provence is a study in geometry and colour set in the south of france, where narrow streets and vibrantly hued buildings provide a medieval backdrop.
A fantastic opportunity to hear him discuss the many aspects of his work as well as the quilts in america. I didnt find any new copies available as it is an older book. Dreaming in color, an autobiography, and kaffe fassetts quilt romance. Kaffe fassett presents 20 magnificent quilts bursting with floral themes and his trademark color combinations all luxuriously photographed against the stunning backdrop of lush english country. Textile artist kaffe fassett breathes new life into old.