Conscious Crafts: Quilting
In Conscious Crafts: Quilting, author Elli Beaven unveils the tranquil and empowering aspects of quilting, showcasing it as a mindful and practical craft.
Quilting, a beloved and rewarding art, is highlighted for its meditative qualities. Elli, drawing from hand quilting traditions, presents 20 contemporary projects, from simple items like coasters, bags, and cushions to more complex quilts and curtains. She teaches fundamental quilting techniques, illustrating how they can be adapted for various projects, including mending and repurposing.
With clean photography, modern illustrations, and uplifting text, the book celebrates the joy of handcrafting and promotes sustainability through crafting.
Projects include: patchwork coasters, strip trivets, a needle book, storage basket, patched pencil case, slow stitch bag, rainbow crossbody bag, clamshell beach bag, various cushions, and quilts such as wild fan, border, log cabin, butterfly play, and ad astra quilts. Other items featured are an arrow wall hanging, a patchwork curtain, and methods for mending with under and over patching.
Filled with inspiring ideas and practical advice, Conscious Crafts: Quilting equips you with the skills to embark on this satisfying craft, highlighting how quilting and the joy of creating unique pieces can enhance your well-being.
About the Author:
Elli Beaven is a quilt maker dedicated to sustainable crafting. She operates Wholecloth Studio in East London, UK, and teaches quilting and natural dyeing workshops. Her stunning quilted projects have been featured in Mollie Makes, Curated Quilts, and Selvedge.
Additional Information:
Publisher: Leaping Hare Press
Language: English
Page Count: 144
Binding: Hardcover
Publication Date: 1/1/2021
Size: 7.72" l x 6.25" w x 0.77"
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In Conscious Crafts: Quilting, author Elli Beaven unveils the tranquil and empowering aspects of quilting, showcasing it as a mindful and practical craft.
Quilting, a beloved and rewarding art, is highlighted for its meditative qualities. Elli, drawing from hand quilting traditions, presents 20 contemporary projects, from simple items like coasters, bags, and cushions to more complex quilts and curtains. She teaches fundamental quilting techniques, illustrating how they can be adapted for various projects, including mending and repurposing.
With clean photography, modern illustrations, and uplifting text, the book celebrates the joy of handcrafting and promotes sustainability through crafting.
Projects include: patchwork coasters, strip trivets, a needle book, storage basket, patched pencil case, slow stitch bag, rainbow crossbody bag, clamshell beach bag, various cushions, and quilts such as wild fan, border, log cabin, butterfly play, and ad astra quilts. Other items featured are an arrow wall hanging, a patchwork curtain, and methods for mending with under and over patching.
Filled with inspiring ideas and practical advice, Conscious Crafts: Quilting equips you with the skills to embark on this satisfying craft, highlighting how quilting and the joy of creating unique pieces can enhance your well-being.
About the Author:
Elli Beaven is a quilt maker dedicated to sustainable crafting. She operates Wholecloth Studio in East London, UK, and teaches quilting and natural dyeing workshops. Her stunning quilted projects have been featured in Mollie Makes, Curated Quilts, and Selvedge.
Additional Information:
Publisher: Leaping Hare Press
Language: English
Page Count: 144
Binding: Hardcover
Publication Date: 1/1/2021
Size: 7.72" l x 6.25" w x 0.77"
