Off the Shelf

Kaffe Fassett’s Quilts in Wales

ith his unerring eye, Kaffe has succeeded in finding the perfect location for his exquisite new collection of quilts, featuring both his scintillating new fabric designs and his classics, all in his unique colour palette. Set within the iconic 13th-century Powis Castle in north Wales, the 20 quilts are set off against the storybook castle and stunning grounds. quilt finds its perfect partner in the rich deep hues of the bed hangings on a magnificent four-poster, while his quilt, with its dramatic black-and-white sashing framing fussy-cut flower prints, echoes the studding on the medieval wooden doors into the courtyard. The cool geometry of his quilt takes its inspiration from the painted panelling in the Long Gallery, and his quilt echoes the warm tones of the hundreds of leather-bound books in the castle’s collection. As usual, this book, the 24th in the series, includes a range of quilts for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced, and features an eclectic mix of patterns and colours ranging from Philip Jacobs’ eye-catching bold floral prints to Brandon Mably’s smaller-scale quirky patterns. Flat shots and a practical know-how section and glossary back up the fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions for each quilt.