Exploring Dimension in Quilt Art

Name: Exploring Dimension in Quilt Art
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By C June Barnes

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Exploring Dimension in Quilt Art by C June Barnes delves into the innovative techniques of creating textured and three-dimensional quilt designs. The book offers inspiration and guidance for quilters interested in pushing the boundaries of traditional quilting, exploring a variety of forms, surface embellishments and materials. With detailed explanations and vivid imagery, it empowers artists to transform their quilting practices by infusing them with depth and dimension.
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You'll likely enjoy this book if you're passionate about quilting and eager to explore innovative techniques in textile art. It offers fascinating insights into creating depth and dimension in quilts, perfect for both experienced quilters and those looking to expand their artistic repertoire. Whether you love experimenting with texture or are simply captivated by the creative process, this book has much to offer in the world of quilt artistry.

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Renowned quilt artist C June Barnes follows up her popular title Stitching to Dye with an exploration of raising the surface in quilt art

Learn how to create intricate raised stuctural effects on wall-hung quilts, and how to construct gorgeous three-dimensional vessels and fabric sculptures

Illustrated throughout with inspirational images of three-dimensional quilt work

Quilt art doesn't have to be flat. These days, the most innovative quilt artists are creating intricate raised stuctures, using various folding, gathering, pleating, stuffing, padding, shrinking and layering techniques. This fascinating book is a guide to creating these stunning effects, from the simplest textured quilt to elaborate twisted and embellished three-dimensional structures, including vessels and hanging installations. Popular quilt artist C June Barnes, author of Stitching to Dye in Quilt Art, reveals the secrets of how these sometimes impossible-looking structures are put together, giving invaluable technical construction tips and a wealth of inspirational examples, including work from some of the world's leading quilt artists.

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ISBN: 9781849940252

Publisher: Batsford

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 September 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Batsford

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 276.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 128

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Arts & Culture Arts and Crafts C June Barnes Non-Fiction

About the Author

C June Barnes is an award-winning quilt artist, winning awards throughout the 1990s and into the 21st century. She won the first prize in the Innovative Quilt category in 2003. She has exhibited for several years and also teaches across the UK. She is the author of Stitching To Dye in Quilt Art, also published by Batsford. She lives in Hastings, East Sussex.