Southwest Modern: From Marfa to New Mexico: 18 Travel-Inspired Quilts

by Kristi Schroeder

Overview

Design. Travel. Explore. One part travel-guide and one part sewing-guide equals all parts adventure. Modern lines and colors meet ancient motifs in 18 easy-to-piece quilts that reflect the color and mystery of the Southwestern United States. From the rich oranges and reds of Santa Fe to the whites and creams of White Sands, each quilt is artfully photographed on location in one of five Southwest regions from New Mexico to West Texas. Sew along with author and avid traveler, Kristi Schroeder, as she leads you on a road trip to some of America's most breathtaking scenic locations. Along with detailed piecing and instructions for making the quilts inspired by each destination, Kristi shares her favorite places to shop, eat and explore...inviting you to follow in her footsteps. Using landscape as your launchpad, Kristi will help you uncover new fabric palates and beautiful designs which you can expect your own creativity to follow.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781940655284
Publisher:	Lucky Spool
Publication date:	10/01/2017
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	7.90(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Kristi Schroeder is a designer, quilter, entrepreneur and avid traveler. She lives in Austin Texas and is the founder and owner of Initial K Studio. Ms. Schroeder came to the quilting world quite accidentally through her work as a graphic designer in the corporate world. Her love for travel and the Southwest began at an early age. From the mountain ranges to the rich Native American culture of Santa Fe, she found the area to be filled with never-ending sources of inspiration. This native Texan is now a World traveler who draws inspiration for her designs in art, fashion and textiles from around the globe, as well as from exploring the great outdoors. When not working or sewing, you;ll find Ms. Schroeder actively planning her next trip with her pup Dash, husband and newborn son.