The Needlecraft Shelf

Kaffe Fassett's Quilts In Wales
Kaffe Fassett, author
Debbie Patterson, photographer
https://www.kaffefassett.com
The Taunton Press
63 South Main Street, Newtown, CT 06470
www.taunton.com
9781641551731, $34.99, PB, 144pp

https://www.amazon.com/Kaffe-Fassett-Quilts-Wales/dp/1641551739

Synopsis: With the publication of "Kaffe Fassett's Quilts In Wales", quilti=
ng expert Kaffe Fassett has once again succeeded in finding the perfect loc= ation for his exquisite new collection of quilts, featuring both his scinti= llating new fabric designs and his classics, all in his unique color palett=
e.

This time he has chosen the iconic 13th-century Powis Castle in north Wales=
, where the 20 quilts comprising "Kaffe Fassett's Quilts In Wales" are set = off against the storybook castle and stunning grounds. Photographed brillia= ntly by Debbie Patterson, they are displayed in all their glory in a sumptu= ous eye-catching quilt gallery.

Included in this set of new designs are many very special ones by Kaffe, an=
d others by his long-time friend and co-designer, Liza Prior Lucy. Kaffe's = Saturated Red quilt finds its perfect partner in the rich deep hues of the = bed hangings on a magnificent four-poster, while his Cold Frames quilt, wit=
h its dramatic black-and-white sashing framing fussy-cut flower prints, ech= oes the studding on the medieval wooden doors into the courtyard. The cool = geometry of his Marble Tiles quilt takes its inspiration from the painted p= aneling in the Long Gallery, and his Vintage Library quilt echoes the warm = tones of the hundreds of leather-bound books in the Castle's collection.

As usual, "Kaffe Fassett's Quilts In Wales" (the 24th in the Kaffe Fasset q= uilting series) includes a range of quilts for all skill levels, from begin= ners to advanced, and features an eclectic mix of patterns and colors rangi=
ng from Philip Jacobs' eye-catching bold floral prints to Brandon Mably's s= maller-scale quirky patterns.

Flat shots and a practical know-how section and glossary back up the fully = illustrated, step-by-step instructions for each quilt.

Critique: With a very special and particular appeal to the legions of Kaffe=
Fassett quilting fans, "Kaffe Fassett's Quilts In Wales" is beautifully an=
d profusely illustrated throughout and will be considered an enduringly pop= ular addition to personal, professional, and community library Needlecrafti=
ng & Quilting collections.

Editorial Note: Kaffe Fassett is a name every dedicated quilter knows. His = work has been commissioned by the British monarchy, American fashion design= ers, and the Royal Shakespeare Company. He has written numerous best-seller=
s including "Kaffe Fassett's Quilts in Italy", "Kaffe Fassett's Quilts in M= orocco", "Kaffe Fassett's Quilts in an English Village", and "Kaffe Fassett=
's Quilts in the Cotswolds". He has a dedicated website at https://www.kaff= efassett.com

Crocheted Bees, Bugs & Butterflies
Vanessa Mooncie
The GMC Group
www.gmcbooks.com
9781784946357, $24.99, PB, 144pp

https://www.amazon.com/Crocheted-Bees-Butterflies-Vanessa-Mooncie/dp/178494= 6354

Synopsis: Each project comprising "Crocheted Bees, Bugs & Butterflies" by n= eedlecraft expert Vanessa Mooncie includes clear step-by-step instructions = and stunning photography. "Crocheted Bees, Bugs & Butterflies" features an = extensive and beautifully illustrated techniques section explaining everyth= ing you need to know to embark on these wonderful projects. Once completed = the projects can either be worn as an accessory, such as a brooch or hair d= ecoration, or they can be mounted in a frame or bell jar for display.

Made using various yarns, metallic and nylon threads, these projects incorp= orate beads and sequins to give astounding results. The legs are wired and = the designs use a variety of crochet stitches and embroidered details.

Critique: A unique and fun addition to personal, professional, and communit=
y library Needlecraft collections of instructional guides and 'how to' manu= als, and an ideal and comprehensive course of instruction that will be of p= articular interest and value for the novice and expert needlecrafters alike=
, "Crocheted Bees, Bugs & Butterflies" is impressively organized and thorou= ghly 'user friendly' in presentation.

Editorial Note: Vanessa Mooncie spent many happy hours as a child sitting w= ith her mother and grandmother learning to knit and crochet. She went on to=
study fashion and textile design and became a children's wear designer, il= lustrator and interior designer. Vanessa now specializes in silkscreen work=
(www.vanessamooncie.com) and designing crochet jewelry through her company=
Kissy Suzuki (www.kissysuzuki.com). Vanessa has written many successful bo= oks for GMC Publications, including Animal Hats, Crocheted Wild Animals, Se=
w Adorable, And Sew to Bed and Crocheted Sea Creatures.

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