Kaffe Fassett's Quilts in an English Village - by Kaffe Fassett & Liza Prior Lucy & Susan Berry (Paperback)

About the Book

"With his unerring eye, Kaffe has succeeded in finding the perfect location for his exquisite new collection of quilts, featuring both his scintillating new fabric designs and his classics, all in his unique colour palette. This time he has chosen the medieval English village of Lavenham in Suffolk, where the 19 quilts in this book are set off against the ancient half-timbered Tudor houses. They are displayed in all their glory in a sumptuous eye-catching quilt gallery. Included in this set of new designs are many very special ones by Kaffe, and several by his long-time friend and co-designer, Liza Prior Lucy. Kaffe's Starry Night, featured on the cover, fussy cuts some of his brilliant floral fabrics in deep rich colours to great effect, setting them off by surrounding stars in his Shot Cottons. Shards translates the traditional Broken Dishes design into deliciously soft and subtle blends of pastel fabrics, shown off to perfection against the pale plaster and weathered timbers of the Lavenham houses. In a quite different vein, the boldly contrasting background stripes in black and white fabric in Blooming Columns make a dramatic contrast to the huge fussy-cut flowers appliqued onto it. This book - the 23rd in the series - includes a range of quilts for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. Shaded Squares is one such lovely quilt for first timers, with its cleverly shaded squares each made up from two large triangles, one plain and one striped in Kaffe's Shot Cotton and Wide Stripe fabrics. Flat shots, a practical know-how section and glossary, back up the fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions for each quilt."--Publisher's description.

Book Synopsis

In Quilts in an English Village, Kaffe Fassett presents 19 stunning quilts that showcase both his vibrant fabric designs and timeless classics, perfectly set against the backdrop of medieval half-timbered Tudor houses.

Transform your quilting journey with Kaffe Fassett's Quilts in an English Village. Discover the enchanting world of quilting inspired by the picturesque English village of Lavenham.

Whether you're crafting for yourself, friends, or family, this book will guide you in creating breathtaking quilts that reflect the beauty of an English village.

Key Features:

• Diverse Skill Levels: This collection includes quilts suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced quilters. The Shaded Squares quilt is a fantastic option for first-timers, featuring cleverly shaded squares made from two large triangles--one plain and one striped in Kaffe's exquisite Shot Cotton and Wide Stripe fabrics.
• Step-by-Step Instructions: Each quilt is accompanied by fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions, making it easy for crafters to follow along and create beautiful pieces.
• Practical Guidance: The book includes flat shots, a practical know-how section, and a glossary to enhance your quilting experience, ensuring you have all the information needed for successful projects.
• Creative Inspiration: As you explore the charming quilts, you'll find endless inspiration to incorporate Kaffe's unique color palette and design elements into your quilting repertoire, allowing for personal expression and creativity.