Hey Quilters! ✂️ It’s Gina here! Have you ever stumbled upon a treasure that you just can’t let go? That’s precisely how I felt when I got my hands on “Color Play” by Joen Wolfrom. It has truly secured its spot in my top-five quilting booklist. And oh boy, the decision to shift from its pages and actually start a new project was tough!
Joen has this unique knack for making intricate concepts a breeze. She’s turned the mystifying realm of color selection into a delightful journey with crystal-clear steps. And the best part? She walks you through with amazing images that illuminate her insights.
You know how most color-related books tell you to derive inspiration from nature, especially flowers? Joen’s “Color Play” is on board with that! However, she doesn’t stop there. She dives deep, guiding you on how to exactly translate those natural hues into your quilting masterpieces.
At the heart of her teachings lies the Ives Color Wheel. This isn’t just any color wheel. It’s THE wheel for fabric dying, boasting 24 vibrant colors rather than the typical twelve. Having encountered the Ives Wheel during my photography days, reconnecting with it felt like a sweet reunion!
For each of the 24 shades on this wheel, Joen details their complements, analogous shades, and triadic colors. She goes beyond just showing the color. She reveals the tints, shades, and even tones of each hue. It’s like a comprehensive guide to every color variant you might want to play with!
To elevate her teachings from theory to practicality, Joen showcases computer-simulated quilts, bringing those colors to life. It feels like you’re in a digital quilt gallery!
Oh, and if you’re someone who’s a tad bit puzzled transitioning from color wheels to actual fabrics, Joen’s got you covered! Her book is bursting with fabric swatches, making your color selections more intuitive.
Joen doesn’t just limit her teachings to colors alone. She delves into the nuances of using color to create depth, luminosity, and other amazing effects. And she doesn’t just tell you; she shows you, using a dazzling collection of quilts from diverse artists.
Each chapter is like attending a mini quilt show. Even if you were to ignore the textual wisdom, the visuals alone would leave you inspired. Yet, every word she writes, coupled with examples, forms a rich tapestry of knowledge.
Though I had to flip back and forth to catch all the references, the depth of knowledge was utterly worth it!
To sum it up, if colors have ever been a puzzle, or if you’re seeking to level up your color game, “Color Play” is your best bet. Dive into Joen Wolfrom’s world, and I promise you won’t regret it!
| Book Title: | Color Play by Joen Wolfrom |
| Main Highlight: | Detailed guide on using the Ives Color Wheel for quilting. |
| Unique Feature: | 24 vivid colors with tints, shades, and tones explained. |
| Added Bonus: | Real quilts to showcase color combinations and effects. |
