Celtic Quilt Designs II, The Children of Lir book authored by Philomena Durcan

Celtic Quilt Designs II; The Children of Lir is a collection of elegant interlace designs drawn from ancient art forms by internationally acclaimed author and quilt designer Philomena Durcan, who explores the current revival of Celtic art and culture through the art of quiltmaking. The Celtic passion for minute work and great elaboration has produced art which has been celebrated throughout the ages as "the work of angels and not of man." Continuing in that tradition, Philomena has produced quilt designs that inspire.

Her design are presented in the colorful context of Irish history and legend. The magical story of the children of Lir, who were turned into swans by a wicked stepmother, has enchanted young and old for centuries. The quilter will discover 24 block designs steeped in this Celtic heritage. The complex designs are achieved through step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions using the bias bar technique. Philomena also shares her sense of color and fabric selection for the creation of stunning quilts.