Christopher Farr Cloth has enlisted celebrated designers to designs quilts in support of the Nantucket Historical Association during this summer's Legacy-themed Nantucket By Design event. From August 2nd to 5th, Nantucket will host the much-anticipated exhibition 'Threads of Life,' showcasing quilt designs by fourteen top design luminaries from around the world. Among the renowned designers are Kit Kemp, And Objects by Martin Brudnizki and Nick Jeanes, Yabu Pushelburg, Frank de Biasi, Mitch Owens, Kate Blee, Noz Nozawa, Fogo Island Workshop, Atelier Ace, Mally Skok, Commune, Eleish van Breems, and Kathleen Hay. These exclusive quilts have been specially crafted using Christopher Farr Cloth's luxury fabrics, ensuring that each piece is a unique collector's item. The proceeds from the sales will directly support the Nantucket Historical Association, helping to raise awareness of the timeless art of quilting and preserving its rich heritage.
Held Over Water is a quilt that weaves together the past and present, inspired by Fogo Island and its rich Newfoundland and Labrador heritage. The design reflects the region's tradition of building houses, stages, and stores on stilts—structures that protect against rising waters, offer breathtaking vistas, and allow buildings to nestle against the rocky coastline. Stages, once vital as transitionary spaces between land and sea, provided shelter from the elements. In a similar way, quilts offer comfort and security, combining utilitarian warmth with aesthetic beauty. While stages may no longer serve their original purpose, the iconic stilts of the Fogo Island Inn continue to support and uplift the community, creating new opportunities for the people of Fogo Island.
The Mikado patchwork hand made quilt is a one-of-a-kind creation, with its front showcasing the playful, hand-guided Mikado fabric by Veronique de Soultrait, inspired by the simplicity of childhood games. Each quilt features a surprise backing made from random scrap fabrics, turning every piece into a delightful roulette of patterns. The intricate rice stitch adds depth to the design, blending nostalgia and luxury into a truly unique and charming quilt.
