My Quilt is Inspired by Hokusai's Great Wave (Japanese Ukiyo-e Art)

Greetings All ! In this video I make a quilt inspired by a traditional style of Japanese art called Ukiyo-e; one of the most recognizable example of this art is Hokusai's The Great Wave off Kanagawa.

[@elainebusch9382]

Dave your inspiration to others comes from the joy and achievement you find as you quilt. This sharing of your fearless placement of fabrics that you enjoy, reminds me to be true to what I enjoy when sewing. Quilting is an art.....and you are joyful to watch as you express your art. Just a thank you.

[@cuteyrupert9483]

Dave’s dreamworld has arrived.

[@KaliforniaLA]

Dave, I was born in Yokosuka, Kanagawa Japan on the US navy base. I’d gladly buy that quilt. Seriously.

[@anniefitt8623]

This is absolutely stunning! Whoever ends up with this will have a treasure. It’s as if Hokusai lived and worked in Gee’s Bend.

[@astridlung4162]

Ukyio-e translates as the Floating World and means the world of art, music, theatre.

[@amyking2428]

Your videos are a breath of fresh air in the quilting world. Keep up the good work,

[@lizbranson]

Did not know how small The Great Wave is - and I have a degree in art history! Dave, you've inspired me to get out of the pattern box so I made an improv Woodstock-themed quilt. I had so much fun making it with a great playlist. Your Ukiyo-e quilt is another masterpiece!

[@stephaniecsizma9433]

Chicago Art Institute has a couple on display if you're ever in that neighborhood.

[@stephaniecsizma9433]

The bold primary stripes give it a real Gee's Bend vibe, I love it!

[@Dianaprimartinez]

30 yrs ago or so there was a Boat show/ regatta in San Juan’s Bay, where I live and a boat from Japan participated. It had Ukiyoes for sale and I bought one. The prints are all original pieces, and mine illustrates peasants getting across a bridge carrying baskets. It is also small and a beautiful work of art, just as your dream quilt. I love it. Thanks for sharing all these experiences and your work. I think it’s wonderful. ❤

[@booomanchu]

I hope whoever created those panels see this video and how your creativity enhances the prints. Thank you for the narrative explaning this technique and the music was perfect.

[@mariadarris9257]

I am a fan!!! I have only started watching you and I am sure I am not the only one who is left with an uplifted heart after each of your completed quilt. If you are willing and still have this quilt, I would love to buy it from you. This beautiful creation will live in a nurse educator home in the midwest where it will be loved and handed down to my only child. Thank you for being such a positive influence to your generation.

[@landiodo]

I knew about the wood print, but I was an art major and I raised my children in the Japanese culture.😁

[@arvettadelashmit9337]

Wow! This is a beautiful one of a kind quilt. I did not know that Hokusai's Great Wave was a wood block print. Thank you for the art lesson. Thank you for this interesting video.

[@lilys4960]

I have been fortunate enough to see his work in exhibit at the Museum of Fine Art, Boston and later at the Worcester Art Museum. Beautiful work! 😀

[@claremcgill2490]

This is a stunning quilt, I love it. I think it's the background strip units that make each picture pop. It really works with the colours you chose, anything else may not have ended up as stunning as this. I believe this is my favourite quilt of yours so far and I have loved them all!

[@jokelly1762]

I agree with you on the fusible batting. Occasionally I’ll use it for a table runner, but not anything larger because it doesn’t stay fused. Another great project Dave. It looks great.

[@JadeJackles]

Japanese woodblocks are favourite since I was a youngn I guess I love anything Japanese. Love this quilt. Another unique piece of art in Dave style ❤❤

[@rebeccamaccallum9239]

Another wicked one, neat images.

[@pennygregg8439]

You could raffle the quilt and donate it! or I would buy it! Absolutely love it Dave!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Hi Dave, I'm going to recommend another Dave - David Bull who is a Wood Block Print Maker in Japan - I love watching his videos and he did a whole series on carving a reproduction of the Wave - you'd have to search for it - he doesn't post regularly but he's worth watching. Really great Dream Quilt! x Kate

[@elizabethamis9376]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing. ❤👍from Somerset UK

[@catherinemerwin2678]

I didn't know the Great Wave was a wood block print nor did I realize it was as small as it is. Thanks for that wonderful info. That wave is so aesthetically appealing to me - I really love it. I also liked your music that had your "tongue pops" in it!! This is a fabulous quilt. Thank you so much once again for sharing your creative process.

[@pamelanred5053]

When we work out a project in our sleep it usually works out well. Another great quilt. I always enjoy your work.

[@robertamartinson8271]

I love this quilt. Oddly the red, turquoise and some of the greens from the blocks reminded me of the colors from my original paperback copies of the LOTR. Super color scheme.

[@marionmathews9852]

I name this quilt Tranquility…….it’s so peaceful to look at.

[@acmejava]

Wow! A fitting tribute to stunning artwork! I love how you say you design in your sleep. I've done problem solving while sleeping for eons. It served me well in my professional life and even now in retirement as I play with my own quilt designs. Nice to know I'm not the only person that doesn't shut their mind off even in sleep. LOL

[@Amritadivya54]

I agree, it is stunning! I have to admit that when I saw your solids for the stashing, I was not feeling it, but yet again, you really make it work!! Thanks Dave!!

[@user-xf5ld3ys8v]

Brenda from Mt Scrapmore guides me towards your channel. (Saw an older video of hers, I am glad I clicked on your channel. I am part Japanese, born & raised in Hawaii and appreciate my different cultures. Thank you for the history of Hokusai's The Great Wave off Kanagawa. I love your quilt, you are talented. I saw a sneak peek of the Hawaiian quilting video, I am going to watch that next. Great job Dave. Subscribed✅

[@bilbine2284]

A really stunning project with interesting background information. 👌🙏

[@chrissyluna8183]

My daughter would love that quilt. Its beautiful ❤

[@lauraoneal5146]

Yet again absolutely STUNNING!!! Love it!! 💙🪡🧵

[@francespiquemal8813]

Another Davetised original. Thank you very much for sharing.

[@delwyngraham4033]

Another stunner👏

[@user-rj1kh7se4i]

You did it again……………just awesome

[@user-yj7if8vj9l]

I really wasn’t expecting that the solids would make such a fitting frame for the individual prints, but I should have known to trust you! You asked - I did not know that the wave original is as small as that. I guess it’s like the Mona Lisa in that way. Another thing learned, thank you.

[@ranakarl1587]

I did not know the Great Wave was a block print. Thank you for sharing.

[@bonneyfinnegan8514]

Didn’t know. But I’ve always admired the work.

[@PatLeo-kf9bc]

That quilt is beautiful! I always look forward to your videos and am never disappointed. I find them entertaining and they always make me smile. Thank you!

[@kathytowe2803]

What a joy watching you create!! Love the Japanese influences.

[@daniellebutt5721]

Wow! Stunning! Sew inspiring! I learned something new, many thanks and please don’t stop making quilts!❤️❤️❤️

[@Reeshanay]

I knew about it being a wood block print but I was an art major and we learned about it in Art History :)

[@sandracomeau3082]

I think this is my fav of all the quilts I’ve watched u creat. Not only the subject of the Japanese art but your color choices Thad the way you stripped it all together

[@dawnwebb3645]

I’m an art teacher and knew it was a block print. I learned about it in Art history.

[@elainelear4982]

I have appreciated Japanese art for ever. Thank you for making this quilt to emphasize these artists and this method. Who knew the wave was only 10" tall.

[@salliestewart5125]

Another beautiful quilt, Dave!

[@fbc5449]

OMG!! I LOVE how your brain works! You're awesome and, as another person commented, so inspirational. I look forward to your videos. You are a rock star!

[@vikkichenette5604]

Yes, it is stunning, Dave! Great work

[@lucilaflores4912]

Beautiful

[@sheydatoutounchi8119]

Good job

[@desirees5502]

This one turned out so beautiful! Honestly I didn't think I was going to like the color combination when you started but it's really striking. I love the end result.

[@maryteece3936]

I love Hokusai thanks for sharing. Love your work.

[@michellekellar3722]

You are amazing! Your quilt is amazing and I love the narrative about Japanese art! Fabulous job!❤❤❤

[@kimberlyjardine8634]

I think you are an artist. Beautiful quilts ❤❤❤❤❤

[@alliegal45]

Quilters bonding tape? For the wadding lol I think that’s what it’s called…great quilt against ❤❤❤

[@carlap1799]

Dave, your videos are the best. You have inspired me !

[@dingtonia]

You are deeply gifted. This a a gorgeous quilt.

[@jess62431]

Stunning! See you next Tuesday 😉

[@carolynolivera9947]

stunning!

[@ms.m2054]

I did know about the woodblock print. I took a class in Japanese art in college. 100% recommend!

[@shaneencalade4988]

Dave you joke and laugh that it won’t be perfect or you don’t even know who you will give it to but that’s what makes your work so cool. It’s quirky, funky, inspiring, uniquely beautiful and not perfect….. you might be REALLY surprised what someone would pay for your work. The new generation of quilters and buyers aren’t looking for perfection they are looking for THIS.

[@millennialscribbles]

Love watching you create. Thanks for sharing!

[@galewhiteman2047]

Van Gogh was influenced by this artist. The wave picture is shown in the Van Gogh immersive exhibit. I recently saw the exhibit in Oro Valley, AZ (Tucson). Another great design Dave!,

[@pamelaarbour3368]

It worked! I love it!!!!

[@lucy7b]

❤❤❤

[@francesrivera3569]

This was a great video, and the focus on the artist and art was fascinating. Thank you!

[@debbiesmith7648]

I love watching your creative process! I have also dreamt of my quilts and worked thru a design as I slept! Great use of time! Lol😊 Your quilts inspire me! I appreciate the free form design elements.

[@smudgekids3203]

Mind blown. Had not a single clue about the wave or thst it is a print in a small space on fabric.

[@lorainer9988]

This quilt is stunning

[@scrappyquilter8741]

I didn’t know about this Japanese art. We have bee to Japan and loved their culture and art. You amaze me with your process. Great creation. Also our home is decorated with Japanese influences, so I’d make room for this. Just saying I’d give it a good home. 😂

[@Cole-Nicole]

❤❤❤❤

[@margarethanson50]

Very Stunning quilt and it your inspiration ❤

[@debbiehamilton2340]

Love it!

[@patgentry7268]

Wonderful piece. I wish the colors could come through accurately, because I bet it's better than I see it. Love the concept, and so playfully and happily executed! One of your best.

[@SevenCrowsASecret]

Gorgeous ❤ your friend is so lucky!

[@lynnemartin2291]

Beautiful. Love your enthusiasm 🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@karongraves964]

Beautiful. I love it.

[@imogenethomas1138]

A beautiful quilt! You have such a good eye.

[@PattyMoor3]

Love how it turned out.

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

Thanks for shairng

[@wilycat5290]

I've seen the Great Wave before but always assumed it was a painting. Your quilt is beautiful ❤️. Thanks for the video 😊🎄 Too bad you're down on the fusible. I've had good experiences with it, although I do stick a pin in each of the 4 corners.

[@helend222]

Thank you. Brilliant.

[@jacquelynhowell2045]

I’m a retired art teacher. Wood Block prints, wonderful and beautiful quilt Dave!

[@SammieAnne-Angus]

I love your quilt and your videos! ❤

[@janfusco80]

Love it. The colors you chose are perfect!

[@melaniekoertge9016]

Fabulous!

[@sarasilvestro7892]

So so fun and beautiful!

[@karongraves964]

I didn’t know. Thanks for the info

[@AndyMartinMakes]

It's a fantastic way to feature Hokusai’s works in this quilt. Your creativity shines through your improv technique.

[@juliemiller2658]

Your quilt turned out very nice!

[@deborahstreeter21]

Appreciate the thoughtful comments about negative space. And, as always, love that the craftroom is such a positive place.

[@Amandy36]

Funny enough, I'm sewing a top right now and I was doing pattern changes in my dreams last night as well lol

[@barbarachattin-mcnichols2370]

Absolutely stunning!

[@JisforJenius]

You make me want to be bolder.

[@aktarango]

Masterpiece!

[@user-ol5he6fx4c]

Love it!!!!

[@Craftythrifter]

WOW! Hey I consider you my friend Dave, can I have that quilt? 😉Srsly tho, amazing quilt and that is obviously inadequate praise but it’s the best my stunned brain can do right now. I love & buy panels but have difficulty using them. Right now there’s a bright one with succulents I’d like to try with this method. Thanks so much for inspiring us mere mortals in youtubeland. I love The Great Wave & Hokusai’s art too, kinda like learning the Mona Lisa is tiny, I also thought, maybe because of the title, that The Great Wave was large!

[@kimberlyshurley6756]

When you showed the solids, I couldn’t see it. I should not have doubted you. It all works! Another masterfully done quilt! I love watching quilting videos. Your work goes beyond the expected and delivers at a creative level, in a class of its own. :)

[@239NW8th]

Bravissimo!

[@Kankescu]

Gorgeous!

[@kimberlykring2475]

Your and my brain works alike! Love your videos! Maybe slow down a little.❤