I usually find myself finishing one quilt project and starting another without hesitation. There are however,times when I do struggle with "what's next?" So today I thought I would share with you a source of inspiration (and thereby also answer an often asked question).
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When I am in between projects I sit back and enjoy some quiet time surrounded with quilt books and magazines, focusing on color rather than details of the design. One of my favorite inspiration references are a selection of Japanese books and magazines. .
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| ISBN 4-529-04203-0 |
Pictured on the left is one such Japanese publication. Titled Kaffe Fassett Fabric Collection (ISBN 4-529-04203-0)* it features the work of well known textile artist and author, Kaffe Fassett, the master of color!
This is a soft cover "book" in the usual style of Japanese publications, with feature photos of the projects at the front and detailed patterns with written instructions and small drawings/measurements at the back. Much pattern information can be obtained from just the pattern drawings.
And some snippets of color to share:
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Images from Kaffe Fasset Fabric Collection (ISBN 4-529-04203-0)
Image from Kaffe Fasset Fabric Collection (ISBN 4-529-04203-0)
How I love the idea of this lightweight and colorful window dressing!
Kaffe Fassett Fabric Collection is one of my most well thumbed books, and although I've not (yet) made any of the projects in it, perusing it, and most of Kaffe's other books, have certainly helped shape my eye for color. Kaffe is a wonderful color and design teacher, both through his books and as a lecturer.
Image from Kaffe Fasset Fabric Collection (ISBN 4-529-04203-0)
Color - It is right there for you; be sure to make time to really take it.
*This Japanese Kaffe issue has been in my library for a number of years, and a quick search of the internet does not uncover any information regarding it's availability. It is presented by Yokota & Co Ltd, without a publication date.
