Wood Mosaic Projects: Classic Quilt Block Designs in Wood

by Troy Murrah

Overview

Discover a fresh, new woodcraft that consists of cutting and piecing together wooden quilt blocks to make elaborate yet accessible wall hangings, decor, and more! Wood Mosaic Projects covers the basics for reinventing traditional quilt designs from wood. Featuring tips on selecting patterns, cutting pieces to fit snuggly, adding color, and putting it all together, this exciting new hobby is intriguing, original, and sustainable! Author and artist Troy Murrah is a passionate carpenter that has created this unique artform to pay homage to his late mother, Judy Murrah, who was a renowned quilter as the VP of Education and Administration of Quilts Inc.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781497101425
Publisher:	Fox Chapel Publishing
Publication date:	06/29/2021
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Troy Murrah holds a BFA in Studio Art from the University of Texas, Austin. He has 20+ years working in production and set design, building and designing recording studios, and saving up material (wood, metal, doors, window frames, etc.) leftover from these jobs along with discarded cabinetry and shelving left on the roadside. Initially as a way to feel closer to his mother (quilter and educator Judy Murrah) after her passing, Built Quilt (wood quilts) ended up being a great way to use up the reclaimed material and bring new life to the old. Taking on a life of its own, Built Quilt continues to expand with new artistic additions created on an ongoing basis. Troy's work has appeared in Arte Morbida, The Jealous Curator, Aspire Design and Home, Selvedge Magazine (blog), and Voyage LA.

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

Gallery 8

Part 1 Getting Started

Materials 20

Tools 22

Techniques, Tips, and Tricks 27

Part 2 Projects

Lattice Square Wall Hanging 36

Prosperity Block Shadowbox 46

Goose Tracks Woodburned Wall Art 58

Star and Wreath Desk Decor 68

Radiant Lone Star Wood Tapestry 78

Log Cabin Wall Quilt 90

Festival of Stars Door 100

Pineapple Ice Queen Coffee Table 114

Patterns 130

About the Artist 142

Index 143

Editorial Reviews

Mosaic as an art form has been around for thousands of years in all cultures. This book is a great source to learn this fascinating ancient art and inspire you to create your own wooden mosaics using Troy Murrah’a valuable guidance.

Wood Symphony Gallery Larisa Safaryan

If you are looking for an addicting new hobby and a fantastic creative outlet this guide will get you started. Whether you are a beginner woodworker or well seasoned in the workshop, you will find satisfaction in the plans available in this book.

Woodworking Artist Britt of @britt.builds