Synopsis "Wood Mosaic Projects: Classic Quilt Block Designs in Wood (in English)"
Discover a fresh, new quilt-inspired spin to woodworking!8 wood mosaic projects, each beautiful and elaborate, yet easy and accessible300 photos, diagrams, and patterns take you through the projects and processesSustainable hobby consists of cutting, painting, and piecing together wooden quilt blocksDetailed how-to, step-by-step instructions, and cutting lists, plus an overview of materials, tools, and techniquesHelpful tips and tricks for selecting patterns, cutting pieces to fit snugly, adding color, and moreFun and easy projects include wall hangings, a coffee tabletop, a shadowbox, and moreQuilting isn't just for fabric anymore!This innovative craft consists of cutting and piecing together wooden pieces to create fun and easy woodworking projects! Combining quilt design and carpentry, you'll use wood fragments cut from leftover remnants of other projects to construct intricate wall hangings that replicate traditional quilt block designs. Create beautiful pieces that range in size from decorative pieces and stunning wall art to a door design and a coffee table.Wood Mosaic Projects covers the basics you need to know for reinventing traditional pieced block quilt designs in wood. Featuring tips on selecting patterns, cutting pieces to fit snuggly, adding color, and putting it all together, this 144-page book is your introductory guide to an exciting new hobby that 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, author, educator, and former VP of Education and Administration of Quilts Inc. This is the first book of its kind, the ultimate guide to honoring and incorporating timeless quilt styles into works of wooden art. An inspirational gallery of the author's work is included.Learn how to make all these amazing wood mosaics:Lattice Square Wall HangingProsperity Block ShadowboxGoose Tracks Woodburned Wall ArtStar and Wreath Desk DécorRadiant Lone Star Wood TapestryLog Cabin Wall QuiltFestival of Stars DoorPineapple Ice Queen Coffee TableCut and piece together wooden quilt blocks to make elaborate yet approachable wall hangings, tabletops, home decor, and more, each inspired by traditional quilt designs made with wood. Covering all the details you need to know, Wood Mosaic Projects is an exciting and inventive source of inspiration! You'll get all the how-to you need to use this book as a springboard to put your own unique spin on these original "built quilt" pieces.Learn a new and inventive woodcraft, with Wood Mosaic Projects!"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."—Britt of @britt.builds, Woodworking Artist"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's valuable guidance."—Larisa Safaryan, Wood Symphony Gallery
