# Quirky Chemistry Quilts Each Piece in This Quilt Collection is Inspired by the Periodic Table By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-10-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quilt-collection References: [hyperallergic](http://hyperallergic.com/236928/quirky-quilts-inspired-by-the-periodic-table/) & [cpnas.org](http://www.cpnas.org/) This quilt collection differs from the [traditionally woven fabric](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral) and is instead inspired by the periodic table. This [traveling gallery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keep-it-curious) features 40 different quilt designs by 40 different artists, all of whom have chosen a specific element on the periodic table as the basis for their design. Artist and curator for the collection Jill Rumoshosky Werner notes that quilts are undergoing a change, straying away from traditional concepts of wall hanging decorations to something more broad and accepting of ideas. In this vein, each quilt is made from a [variety of materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reve-collection) beyond conventional fabrics. In using these natural elements as inspiration, each artist approached the project differently. Some were inspired by just the names, others researched its unique characteristics and purposes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Periodic Table Inspired Art:** A rise in the making of art inspired by science and the use of scientific data visualization in design. - **Innovative Textile Materials:** An advancement in textiles by incorporating unconventional materials as part of the creative process. - **Blended Art Forms:** Collaborations between artists, designers and scientists resulting in a melting pot of artistic and scientific techniques. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Arts and Crafts:** The introduction of scientific designs in quilting, sewing and embroidery creating opportunities in the market of artisanal crafts. - **Textile and Fabric Manufacturing:** Incorporating natural materials to create unique textile designs and expand to a broader customer base. - **Science and Design Education:** Developing a curriculum that merges the study of science and art to inspire future professionals in interdisciplinary fields. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md) - [Periodic Table Keyboard Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/awekeys.md) - [Colorful Artful Textile Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-cave-collection.md) - [Mesmerizing Artful Patterned Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electtrico-collection.md) - [Colourfully Quilted Sound Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quiltforms.md) - [Whimsically Vibrant Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorama.md) - [Tech-Driven Home Climate Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-climate-systems.md) - [Lifestyle-Themed Patterned Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quotidiana.md) - [Math-Inspired Colorful Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weave-collection.md)