Find out about recent projects, travels and releases by signing up to the newsletter here. Audiences leave invigorated entranced by kaffe s sense and use of colour. Kaffe fassett fabric kaffe fassett fabric by the yard. Kaffe fassett at mottisfont knitigating circumstances. There are patterns for quilts, table runners, pillows, and tote bags for colorful projects. Detail of the sashed basket quilt, available as a quilt pattern in the book quilts in america, published by taunton books. Jul 15, 2000 san franciscoborn artist kaffe fassett is a name every quilter knows. Kaffe would like the presentation to start with brandon mably, his studio manager, giving warm up introduction. Find out about recent projects, travels and releases by signing up to the. Kaffe will be giving a colour inspiration lecture and a book signing. Kaffe fassett and brandon mably lecture and workshop posted by christine scholz on 17th oct 2019 i am soooo looking forward to this. Today we feel so lucky to be the first stop on kaffe fassetts artisan fabric tour for free spirit fabrics. Order the latest kaffe fassett collective quilting collection by free spirit fabrics at fat quarter shop. As i said last week we have been long time fans of kaffe fassetts designseven using one of his prints for an entire chapter in our book.
Raised in big sur by his mother who was a painter, fassett now resides in london where he designs fabrics with a bold, adventurous sense of color. If you do not get our emails go to the bottom of our website home page and you can read our news letter emails. Mar 01, 2020 kudos to roving reporter cristina shiffman for this delightful hangout with kaffe fassett as he talks about an exhibition of his work, 50 years in colour at aberdeen art gallery. We are very proud to introduce here his woven ribbons collection. His work has been commissioned by the british monarchy, american fashion designers, and the royal shakespeare company. Kaffe left the united states after just 3 months at art school and travelled to.
The kaffe fassett lecture is designed to inspire and motivate. He has written numerous bestsellers including kaffe fassett s quilts in italy, kaffe fassett s quilts in morocco, and kaffe fassett s quilts in the cotswolds. Kaffe fassett and erin gafill two person art exhibition. Janet got the day off to a flying start with a morning workshop in which. The presentation highlights works from his latest projects, including his patchwork quilt, fabric, needlepoint, mosaic, painting and knitting designs. The lecture is followed by a book signing and light refreshment. Detail of the sashed basket quilt, available as a quilt pattern in the book quilts in america. There was just time for a book signing and some photos and then kaffe and brandon were ready to leave a workshop and a lecture in one day is quite a hefty workload. Kaffe fassett books list of books by author kaffe fassett. Frank havrah kaffe fassett, mbe born december 7, 1937 is an americanborn artist who is best known for his colourful designs in the decorative artsneedlepoint, patchwork, knitting, painting and ceramics. An evening with kaffe fassett lecture quilters corner.
Alex speaks with kaffe fassett about his bold blooms exhibit at houston quilt festival 2016 and the book it is based on. Born in 1937, he spent much of his youth in big sur, california, where his parents bought a. Proud day and kaffe fassett exhibition at cowslip workshops. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. A stunning guide and vibrant pattern collection of 25 new patchwork and needlepoint projects, from renowned color expert and quilt and fabric designer kaffe fassett. You can even attend an evening with kaffe fassett on the 27th june which includes a lecture by the man himself, a drink, book signing, and entry to the exhibition. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. He is a prolific author of books on colour and design in craftwork, having written over forty books. Kaffe fassett needlepoint on mackinac island bristly. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Last week we were delighted to hold a book launch for heart space studios new book, little ribbon patchwork and applique, in the kaffe fassett corner of our. Jan 30, 2006 show your own hand made creations using only kaffe fassett fabrics, yarns or patterns. On the last full day of the retreat, kaffe gave a wonderful lecture on finding inspiration in art, architecture, knits, and how you can find different inspiration all over the world.
Born in 1937, he spent much of his youth in big sur, california, where his parents bought a cabin from orson welles and transformed it into the worldfamous nepenthe restaurant, a gathering place for. View all patchwork and quilting publications kaffe fassett. Kaffe will be giving a colour inspiration lecture and a book signing at hidcote around the middle of july. Nov 09, 2015 on the last full day of the retreat, kaffe gave a wonderful lecture on finding inspiration in art, architecture, knits, and how you can find different inspiration all over the world. Time spent at events like this always seems too short and suddenly it was all over. Oct 07, 2008 kaffe fassett s country garden quilts. Kaffe fassett has 75 books on goodreads with 5852 ratings. Kaffe fassett artisan fabric giveaway simple simon and. Kaffe fassett collective quilt kits using fabrics by free spirit. Book launch in the kaffe fassett boutique september 22, 2015 jon ducker tagged. We make fabric packs for many of the quilts featured in kaffe fassett s books. His work features an urban, contemporary edge, making it perfect for modern quilts, apparel accessories, or home decor accents.
Westminister fabrics premier designer brings us new designs and revisits some of his classics. I have been starting our day early with a quick swim in the hampstead heath ponds. These include kits from kaffe fassett project books, such as quilts in the cotswolds, as well as standalone quilt kits which include the instructions. We feature fabrics from a variety of his collections. Kudos to roving reporter cristina shiffman for this delightful hangout with kaffe fassett as he talks about an exhibition of his work, 50 years in colour at aberdeen art gallery. An autobiography by kaffe fassett online at alibris. Likened to a modern day william morris, kaffes bold patterns and designs. Colors include shades of purple, fuchsia, turquoise, mahogany, black and green. While still a child, fassett renamed himself after an egyptian boy character from the book. Quilts in burano, the latest book from kaffe fassett, features many designs in the february 2020 kaffe fassett studio collection. Design inspired by quilts from the american museum in britain by kaffe fassett isbn.
Kaffe left the united states after just 3 months at art school and travelled to london in order to paint. Kaffe and brandon use most class time in teaching the arrangement of fabrics to. Medallion quilt designs with kaffe fassett fabrics. Last saturday i had the opportunity to attend a book signing at one of my. Yes, i want free oneday delivery with amazon prime. The lecture will be followed by a question and answer session and a book signing. Kaffe fassetts textile designs are influenced by his artistic heritage. This presentation highlights works from his latest projects, including his patchwork quilts, fabric, needlepoint, mosaics, painting and knitting designs. Kaffe will be giving a colour inspiration lecture and a book signing at hidcote. Sep 22, 2015 book launch in the kaffe fassett boutique september 22, 2015 jon ducker tagged.
There were well over 200 people in attendance and it ended with a book signing. Kaffe talks about colors, whether he uses white, and his new move into batiks. Workshop page for participants kaffe fassett studio. Glorious color quilt fabric and kits from kaffe fassett. Much of kaffes inspiration comes from his continual travels and his lecture is designed not so much to instruct but to empower and inspire the audience to create and develop their minds eye. I will be teaching a oneday knitting workshop there later this year, in case you. Scroll down the page until you see the quilt you like, then click on the words pdf download or the hyperlinked website name in the title above the quilt. Colour is his very medium, whatever the substance he uses. Explore books by kaffe fassett with our selection at. Obtain more cute kaffe fassett quilts patchwork pattern ideas batik quilts free kaffe fassett quilts patchwork.
Kaffe fassett has inspired people across the world with his colourful work in. Since 1999, glorious color has specialized in the quilt fabric and books created by kaffe fassett and liza prior lucy. Looks like you are not signedin or your session has expired. The kaffe fassett studio will be lending a carefully chosen assortment of past present quilts and needlepoints to display 6th april to 5th december20 during the summer season. Designed by kaffe fassett for free spirit, this cotton print fabric is perfect for quilting, apparel and home decor accents. Kaffe fassett is a leading textile designer and practitioner of contemporary crafts worldwide. On a final note, look what i saw on the rowan yarns facebook page. News from the kaffe fassett studio by brandon mably. Kaffe fassett is an americanborn artist who is best known for his colourful designs in the decorative artsneedlepoint, patchwork, knitting, painting and ceramics. Slideshow, talk and book signing with the color duets kaffe fassett and erin lee gafill tuesday 12th may 2020.
See kaffe fassetts winter tree at standen, the national trusts arts and crafts. His work has been commissioned by the british monarchy, american fashion designers, and the royal shakespeare. There is so much beautiful colour inspiration in this book. Kaffe fassett has led an extraordinary life and is a captivating storyteller with a vivid memory. Quilts in the cotswolds, quilts in america, bold blooms, quilts in ireland, quilts in italy. Book launch in the kaffe fassett boutique american museum. Kaffe fassetts most popular book is dreaming in color. Kaffe has conquered almost all the yarn and textile crafts, apart from crochet. These include kits from kaffe fassett project books, such as quilts in the cotswolds, as well as standalone quilt kits which include the. The following hand stitched, knitted and painted pieces by kaffe fassett are available to purchase. Mar 06, 2017 time spent at events like this always seems too short and suddenly it was all over. It is bright, roomy and they even have sewing machines you can use while in a class. Here is another free pattern day with more than 40 free sewing and quilting patterns for kaffe fassett fabrics.
He said he didnt understand why anyone would spend time weaving in ends when they could be knitting. Please contact the kaffe fassett studio here if you would like to purchase any of these works of art or are interested in a commission. On the day of the workshop, you will be able to select from a whole range of fabrics. Discover book depositorys huge selection of kaffe fassett books online. Raised in big sur by his mother who was a painter, fassett now resides in london where he designs fabrics with a bold, adventurous sense. Join kaffe fassett for a twoday immersion into the inspiring world of color. Kaffe fassett and brandon mably lecture and workshop. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in. Check the website for details in the events section. The slide show lasts approximately 1 hour followed by a question and answer session and book signing. See all books authored by kaffe fassett, including glorious patchwork, and glorious knits, and more on. Tula pink was even here in attendance to see kaffes lecture. Kaffe fassett is the author of dreaming in color 4. San franciscoborn artist kaffe fassett is a name every quilter knows.
Find and compare hundreds of millions of new books, used books, rare books and out of print books from over 100,000. I bought knitting with the colour guys by kaffe fassett and brandon mobly. Born in san francisco, kaffe studied painting at the museum of fine art in boston usa. Thirty years ago i went to a kaffe book signing and at someones request, he displayed the inside of his sweater. We carry all of the kaffe fassett collective fabrics.
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