Gangster Quiltings

'Life After Death Quilts' by Anne Brenneke Aren't For Old Ladies

Is there anything more granny-like than quilt-making?

I used to think it was only a lovely home hobby for grandmothers, but not anymore... I found this amazing series of quilts made by artist Anne Brenneke called ‘Life After Death Quilts.' They are so deliciously gangster.

The quilts are part of a graduation project called “Life After Death” made by Anne Brenneke. I love the vibe and the work that has clearly gone into them. The quilts show images of rap legends Eazy-E, The Norotious B.I.G., Big L and J Dilla.

Now that is what I call re-invention. So much cooler to have an artistic one off quilt on your wall than a cheesy fan poster.

Artistic Re-invention of Traditional Crafts
Opportunities to create unique and edgy products from traditional crafts to appeal to younger generations.
Celebration of Subculture Icons
Opportunities to create collections that celebrate subculture icons for home decor.
Personalized Home Decor
Opportunities to create personalized home decor items from quilting and other traditional crafts.

Industries Being Reshaped

Craft Industry
Explore ways to reinvent traditional crafts to create new and unique products.
Home Decor Industry
Create a new line of personalized home decor products inspired by subculture icons.
Art Industry
Integrate traditional crafts like quilting with modern art to create new forms of artistic expression.
SCORE
1.6 out of 10
GENDER
70% Men30% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 14%
Activity 25%
Freshness 8%

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