# Quilted Rain Forest Art Sally Papin Channels the Jungle in Her Elegantly Stiched Wall Lemur Quilts By M | Published 2013-05-10 | Updated 2013-05-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-quilts References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/111129785/rainforst-lemurs-tapestry-wall-hangings?geo=global&utm_medium=social_organic&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=item_lemurtapestry) & [windyglenquilting.blogspot](http://windyglenquilting.blogspot.ca/) Quilts no longer belong just on the bed as pro-quilter Sally Papin depicts tropical rain forests in her latest series of [homemade animal quilt wall art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral). The focal point of her pieces? A handsome black and white lemur sitting proudly, dangling his striped tail in the likes of a [deep green jungle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-rainforest-pavilion). Fashioned together with multiple 17 1/2 by 36-inch silk-like panels of fabric, the contrast of the green, tan and brown jewel tones of the background against the proud lemur's white and black body are striking and enchanting to look at. Each colored panel contains a unique pattern of spots, paisleys and swirls that complements the raw edged sewing stitches. A creative alternative to [hanging paintings or structural artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pierre-emmanuel-martin) in your home, why not opt for a one-of-a-kind hand-crafted rain forest wall quilt as your next adventurous art purchase? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Homemade Animal Quilt Art:** Opportunity for artists to create unique and striking quilt art featuring animals, providing a creative alternative to traditional wall art. - **Silk-like Fabric Panels:** Innovation in fabric materials for quilting, with silk-like panels offering a luxurious and elegant backdrop for quilt designs. - **Raw Edged Sewing Stitches:** Exploration of unconventional sewing techniques in quilting, adding a unique and raw aesthetic to quilted artworks. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Crafts:** The art and crafts industry can benefit from the rise of homemade animal quilt art as a new and innovative category. - **Textiles:** Textile manufacturers and designers can capitalize on the demand for silk-like fabric panels in quilting and other fabric-based crafts. - **Sewing and Embroidery:** The sewing and embroidery industry can explore the use of raw edged sewing stitches in quilting, offering new design opportunities and techniques. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Graphic Motif Textiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-jacquard.md) - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md) - [Almost-Extinct Animal Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fauna-series.md) - [Nature-Inspired Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-power-moss-wall-art.md) - [Vibrant Bird-Inspired Artful Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macar-parrot.md) - [Exuberant Love-Inspired Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laura-dro-designs.md) - [Australian Landscape-Inspired Homeware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koala.md) - [Hand-Painted Wallpaper Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvan.md) - [Intricately Handcrafted Animal Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lulu-the-lamb.md)