Modern Quilts: Designs of the New Century

Modern Quilts: Designs of the New Century presents over 200 color photographs of contemporary quilts selected by the Modern Quilt Guild. The book explores quilts that are utilitarian, artistic, and narrative-driven—ranging from graphic and improvisational to minimalist in style. The collection traces the history of modern quilting, from traditional quilt-making traditions like those of the Amish and Gee's Bend to the emergence of the term "modern" in quilting practice. It examines the hallmarks that define the genre and highlights influential figures in the modern quilting movement. This hardcover volume celebrates the best modern quilts and quilters of the past decade, documenting both the established heritage and current direction of the craft.