Donna Marcinkowski DeSoto

A unique travelogue celebrating Washington, DC, through the unique lens of art quilts. 103 fiber artists used their talent and creativity to depict special sights, sites, and events in the Washington, DC, area. These art quilts cover the iconic to the lesser known: the White House and Senate, the Smithsonian museums, the neighborhood of Georgetown, and even an oasis of lotus flowers on the Anacostia River. Enjoy unusual looks at 103 sites in and around DC—each photo shows a colorful view crafted from fabricEach art quilt is accompanied by interesting facts about the site. The sites include top destinations near DC: Manassas Battlefield Park, Mount Vernon, CIA headquarters, the Tidal Basin and many more. Nearly 25 million people visited Washington, DC, in 2019. Inspired by the Nation’s Capital will make the perfect souvenir or gift for those who enjoyed their visit to our nation’s capital.

Lively, colorful, and skillfully made fabric “portraits” of 182 endangered species bring them to real, vibrant life. Each portrait features fascinating animal and plant facts from rescuers, scientists, conservationists, and more: where they live, what their superpowers are, why they are at risk, and how we can help. Dedicated and passionate people who work to protect endangered species share details of their roles and specialties, the planning behind conservation measures, threats to healthy habitats, and inspiring success stories. This book fosters eco-awareness and responsibility with a hopeful and positive tone, not only educating but inspiring action. A percentage of money earned by the author from the sale of this book will be donated to the Sea Turtle Conservancy and to the WILD Foundation.

Fiber artists honor Elvis Presley in a collection that is as unique as the King of Rock and Roll himself. The art quilts celebrate his songs, movies, and life in an inspired and creative group of 95 works. Enjoy a wide range of interpretations, from realistic to humorous to abstract. Quilts are accompanied by a mix of memories of Elvis, descriptions of the making of these art quilts, and details about the King, creating a one-of-a-kind treasury for Elvis fans and collectors. As a bonus, Elvis devotees are challenged to test their knowledge in a Name-This-Song visual guessing game.

A look at the many-faceted landscapes, flora, and fauna of all of the 59 US National Parks, through lens of 177 nature quilt images that capture their essence. Inspired by the National Parks: Their Landscapes and Wildlife in Fabric Perspectives is a colorful celebration of the 59 US National Parks, this collection of 177 original art quilts depicts the widely varying landscapes, flora, and fauna of the US national parks. Basic facts about each of these national treasures—from Acadia in Maine, to Voyageurs in Minnesota, to Yosemite in California, to Haleakala in Hawaii—are included, along with short writings from 64 park rangers and other personnel, revealing their own discoveries about this locations and lands. Inspired by the National Parks reveals individual glimpses into the passionate commitment to preserve, protect, and enjoy these special places.