Quiltsrÿche by Boo Davis
Photo by Stuart Isett
Hi there! My name is Boo Davis and I'm a graphic designer, illustrator and quilter living in Seattle. I make heavy metal-inspired quilts under the studio name, Quiltsrÿche, and I'm the author of Dare to Be Square Quilting — a sickeningly cute guide to modern patchwork. I've paid the bills as Art Director for Seattle Weekly and as a news artist at The Seattle Times. Prior to that I published the music and veg culture ’zine, Buttrageous. I spent my youth cozied up under my grandma's quilt listening to Ozzy. As a grown-up metalhead and design enthusiast, the intersection of sweet and evil is what I find most compelling.
Contact me
boo {at} quiltsryche {dot} com
Stay in touch
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Select press
"Quilting With a Hard Edge In Mind”
in The New York Times
"Blocks and rectangles make magic
in Boo Davis' new quilting book”
in The Seattle Times
Where my quilts have been
Artcore Tattoo Studios, “Cross & Bones” solo show, April 2013, Seattle WA
Stash Quilt Shop, “Cross & Bones” preview, Sept. 2012, Seattle WA
TNC Gallery, “POW: Pop Now” group show, April-May 2012, New York NY
Assemble Gallery & Studio, “Dare to Be Square” solo show, Sept. 2010, Seattle WA
PUNCH Gallery, “Grätüitöüs Umläüt” group show, May 2009, Seattle WA
A.N. Bush Gallery, “Uncommon Thread” group show, Oct. 2008, Salem OR
KRONOS Art Gallery, solo show, Sept. 2008, Staunton VA
Henry Art Gallery, “Rock, Paper, Scissors!” Aug. 2008, Seattle WA
Roq La Rue Gallery, Aqua Art during Art Basel, Dec. 2007, Miami FL
Sesame Gallery, “Wild Styles, Hot Craft” group show, Nov. 2007, London
All City Coffee, solo show, Oct. 2006, Seattle WA
Rÿcheous links
Craft crushes
Friends making it happen
Daily habits
FAQ
How do I get my hands on a quilt?
Thanks for your interest in my work! Look for quilts labeled "for sale" on this site and shoot me an email, or sign up for my newsletter updates to hear about new quilts and where my work is showing.
I have a great idea for a quilt. Can you make it for me?
Sorry, but I'm not accepting commissions or doing custom work at this time.
Are your quilts available as patterns?
I'll eventually get around to offering a few of my Quiltsrÿche quilts as PDF patterns in an Etsy shop. Sign up for my newsletter or connect with me on social media for news of when Hell freezes over.
Will you donate a quilt to my fundraiser?
Maybe! My heart belongs to animal causes and I try to help when I can.
How do you price your quilts?
Each quilt is lovingly constructed piece-by-piece over the course of several weeks. Pricing is based on size and complexity of the pattern. A simple twin-sized quilt can start in the $800 range and go up to big bucks for king-size daddies. What do you get paid for 100+ hours of your time?
How are your quilts made?
I use 100% cotton fabrics. Quiltsrÿche believes guitars should be electric and quilts should be machine-pieced, machine-quilted and machine-binded.
How do I care for my quilt?
Quiltsrÿche quilts are designed and constructed to be a joyful part of your everyday life. They can handle gentle wear and tear, but never enter the pit with one tied around your neck as a cape — as cool as that would look, your quilt will never be the same. Basically, handle your quilt with care as you would any fine textile. To maintain your quilt's color intensity, keep it out of direct sunlight, and minimize washing. Quilts may be washed in cold water on a gentle cycle with a gentle quilt soap. Remove the quilt from the machine and spread it flat on a clean sheet that has been placed out of direct sunlight. Let it air-dry using a fan and a playing of Ride The Lightning to speed the process.
Why haven't you emailed me back, jerko?
I'm so sorry! I have crippling Inbox Shame. I really want to write you the thoughtful reply you deserve, and I just keep getting distracted by stupid stuff. Sit tight...you'll hear from me eventually.
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