Book Description Annemieke Mein demonstrates how to combine embroidery, fabric painting & textiles to create an exciting sculptural medium. The textile works of Annemieke Mein display a rare standard of artistry. She has explored beyond the bounds of craft & developed new techniques in her use of textiles & fabric paints. The illustrations in this book show how textiles can be used as an exciting sculptural medium. The artist's three-dimensional creations are works of extraordinary skill, born out of a passionate commitment to the environment that she observes with a loving eye. Annemieke uses an amazing variety of materials
- silk, wool, fur, cotton, synthetics
- carefully chosen for their colour, texture, credibility & aesthetic appeal. These fabrics are then meticulously painted & stitched to faithfully reproduce her chosen subjects & to enhance the tactile quality unique to textiles. Numerous techniques are used in limitless combinations: hand & machine embroidery, dyeing, appliqué, trapunto, quilting, pleating, felting, beading, weaving & plying. The work of Annemieke Mein will leave the reader breathless with wonder. It encourages an awareness of our natural heritage & of the need to preserve it. About The Author Annemieke Mein was born in Haarlem, Holl&, in 1944. She & her parents migrated to Australia in 1951 & all became Australian citizens in 1956. After attending school in Melbourne, Annemieke took up a career in nursing, graduating in 1967. She married Phillip Mein in 1968 & they moved to Sale in south-eastern Victoria in 1971. Annemieke has become internationally recognised as an artist & craftsman. She was the first textile artist to be accepted as a member of both the Wildlife Art Society of Australasia & the Australian Guild of Realist Artists. In 1988 she had similar works touring Australia in both art & craft exhibitions. She is the only textile artist to be featured in Australian Artist. She has exhibited at State & regional galleries in Australia & in 1980 won the inaugural Hoechst Textile Award. She is represented in the Hoechst & Husqvarna international collections, in private, national & State collections in Australia & in private collections in Holl&, Sweden, the United Stated, United Kingdom, New Zeal&, Japan & Canada. In 1988 she was awarded the Order of Australia Medal 'for services to the Arts, particularly in textile sculptures & bronze bas-relief sculptures'. Reviews Embroidery Magazine Jul 05 Annemieke Mein is a textile artist whose extraordinarily beautiful work is born out of a passionate commitment to the world of nature. She says ' Textile art & wildlife have become my hobby, profession & addition'. The illustrations & fascinating text descrive Annemieke's close & loving relationship to nature's creatures, & we feel drawn to share in their most intimate & fragile existence. Her works are designed to have strong visual & tactile impact attained by combining large reliefs, textural variations & gorgeous colour combinations. The illustrations are alive with butterflies, moths, dragonflies, frogs, mayflies & even barnacles. So meticulous is Annemieke's attention to detail & realism, that one's fingers travel the pages to feel the stitches, the cloth, the fur, the leaves
- it is irresistible. Simple materials are chosen for their colour, texture, durability & aesthetic appeal such as silk wadding, satin, fur, synthetics, mohair, wool scraps & even old ties. These combine with numerous embroidery techniques, such as machine & hand stitching, appliqué, trapunto, quilting & pleating to create fine textile art.


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The Artistic Mother: A Practical Guide for Fitting Creativity into Your Life by Shona Cole (ISBN-13: 9781600613487) Author Bio: Shona Cole is a mixed media artist & photographer, as well as an Artist-on-Call for Stampington. She is currently working on a poetry book & has been published in numerous Stampington publications. Summary:" The Artistic Mother" sheds light on the difficulties of fitting art into the busy mothers life. It motivates readers to overcome those challenges & make art an important part of their lives. Shona Cole offers practical advice & planning tools to help them along the way. The author inspires the creative soul in each mother with: Artist Spotlights; a Weekly Action Plan for any medium; tips on creating time & space; &, a solid overview of three of the bestloved arts: poetry, photography, mixed media. The second half of the book contains the Artists Workshop, a 12-week, 12-project course that brings creativity back into a mothers life. RRP: £14.99 Publication Date: 26 Mar 2010 Imprint: North Light Books Pagination: 128 pages / Paperback Product Dimensions: 276 x 210 x 13 ISBN-13: 9781600613487 ...

The Bag Making Bible: The Complete Guide to Sewing & Customizing Your Own Unique Bags
- By Lisa Lam (ISBN-13: 9780715336243) Author
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The Beaders Bible: A Comprehensive Guide to Beading Techniques by Dorothy Wood (ISBN-13: 9780715323007) Author Bio: Dorothy Wood is a talented & prolific craft author. Since completing a course in Advanced Embroidery & Textiles, she has written over twenty craft books. This is her eighth book for D&C
- her first was the best-selling Simple Glass Beading. She contributes to magazines including Crafts Beautiful & Cardmaking & Papercraft, & lives in Anstruther, Scotl&. Summary: This is an indispensable guide to beads & beading techniques, presenting essential beading know-how together with a wide range of inspirational projects, tips & ideas. Each chapter focuses on a different beading technique, guiding you through the basic skills, tools & materials, before tackling more advanced techniques & projects. It features over 30 Bead Something Now projects, ranging from beautiful bags & jewellery to stylish scarves & accessories
- perfect excuses for trying out your new skills! Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams & stunning photography combine to create the must-have resource for beaders of all abilities. RRP: £14.99 Publication Date: 28 Nov 2008 Imprint: David & Charles Pagination: 176 pages / Paperback Product Dimensions: 276 x 210 x 14ISBN-13: 9780715323007

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Compiled by the creator of the bestselling Book of Sudoku, Kakuro is the hot new puzzle craze sweeping the UK & now the US. The First Book of Kakuro

Includes:: 200 puzzles ranging in difficulty from the gentle through the tough to the diabolical. Fans of Sudoku are nuts about the challenge of Kakuro because it presents new challenges. If completing a 10 x 12 cell grid becomes a breeze, simply move on to bigger puzzles. Author: Michael Mepham
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- Jan 2006)
ISBN: 0-7156-3577-8
 Bar Code: 9780715635773



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The Creative Edge: Exercises to Celebrate Your Creative Self by Mary Todd Beam (ISBN-13: 9781600611117) Author Bio: Mary Todd Beam, painter, instructor, juror & lecturer, is a member of the American Watercolor Society, National Watercolor Society, Ohio Watercolor Society & others. In addition to her book, Celebrate Your Creative Self, her work has appeared in many publications. She maintains a studio in Ohio, as well as one in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. Summary: In her first book, Mary Todd Beam taught readers how to act upon their artistic inspirations & joyfully appreciate the creative process while developing the skills they needed to express themselves through their favorite mediums. Now, readers will take their creativity to the next level by further exploring ways to use color, design, metaphors & symbols to bring that creative edge to their work. Readers will learn 26 new techniques that help them express the world they see around them & their lifes experiences. As before, Beam will showcase guest artists who will share their own insights of artistic expression. RRP: £19.99 Publication Date: 01 Mar 2009 Imprint: North Light Books Pagination: 144 pages / Hardback Product Dimensions: 276 x 210 x 18 ISBN-13: 9781600611117 ...

The Crochet Bible: The Complete Handbook for Creative Crocheting by Sue Whiting (ISBN-13: 9780715324882) Author Bio: Sue Whiting is a needlecraft design consultant & author who works with several textile companies including Jaeger & Rowan to produce brochures & promotional materials. She trained at the London School of Fashion & has worked with magazines & publishers on all aspects of needlework. She lives in Shipley, West Yorkshire. Summary: Discover the creative potential of crochet with this comprehensive book that takes you from first steps to totally hooked
- invaluable whatever your skill level. Basic techniques are thoroughly explained through clear artworks & easy-to-follow instructions, while over 35 alternative stitch patterns make this an indispensable library. Creative techniques stretch your skills to crochet stunning patterns, textures, colour effects & shapes for endless variation & possibilities. More than 30 original projects, from classic baby clothes to contemporary cushions & throws, explore the techniques, allowing you to learn a new technique & crochet a project straight away. RRP: £14.99 Publication Date: 30 Nov 2007 Imprint: David & Charles Pagination: 160 pages / Paperback Product Dimensions: 279 x 216 x 13ISBN-13: 9780715324882
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The Dressmakers Technique Bible: A Complete Guide to Fashion Sewing Techniques
- By Lorna Knight (ISBN-13: 9780715329542) Author
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A unique visual directory of all the major techniques & an indespensable companion for beginners & experienced embroiderers alike. Whether you are interested in goldwork, beadwork, crewel embroidery, cutwork, cross stitch, blackwork or Hardangar, this book will guide you through all the basic methods of working & suggest an exciting range of creative applications for each technique. Both hand & machine embroidery are included, & all the main stitches are featured with photographs & diagrams of each one, with information on their history & traditional uses. The final section consists of a highly innovative gallery
- an inspiring collection of contemporary work from all over the world, with original interpretations of the world around us, including landscapes, people, animals, flowers & more.240 embroidery stitches fully illustrated & clearly explained

Includes:: all the most popular embroidery techniques...and more

Includes:: pictures, panels, decorative wall hangings, accessories & three dimensional work. For beginners & experienced embroiderers About The Author Pauline Brown is an expert quilter & teacher of embriodery, patchwork & textile crafts. She has already written several books on embroidery & appliqué, including The Creative Quilter: Techniques & Projects, published by Guild of Master Craftsman Publications in 1999. Reviews Bead Feb/ Mar 08A good reference book for all sorts of embroidery techniques & tips. It covered any embroidery area we could think of & with a mix of diagrams & photographs we found that everything was easily understandable. There are also lots of inspirational gallery pictures. The Encyclopedia of Embroidery Techniques by Pauline Brown Publisher: Search Press Edition: Paperback ISBN 10: 0855329858ISBN 13/EAN: 9780855329853
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A unique visual directory of quilting techniques, plus an inspirational gallery of classic quilts. This book has projects suitable for all levels of ability, from simple pieced block designs for the beginner experimenting with colour, pattern & texture to more complex challenges for the experienced needleworker. The Encyclopedia of Quilting & Patchwork Techniques covers both the traditional techniques, such as ' English' or mosaic patchwork, block patchwork & applique, & more recent developments using rotary cutters & sewing machines. The variety of different styles is reflected in an inspirational & colourful gallery of both traditional & contemporary designs. To interpret or reproduce the traditional patterns gives the satisfaction of making something both useful & beautiful. The time & skill expended on historical quilts are apparent in the artistry of contemporary quiltmakers, illustrating the enduring attraction of this imaginative craft. Detailed step by step photographs of all the techniques

Includes:: Patchwork, Applique & Quilting For the absolute beginner & the more experienced textile artis The Encyclopedia of Quilting & Patchwork Techniques by Katharine Guerrier Publisher: Search Press Edition: Paperback ISBN 10: 085532984XISBN 13/EAN: 9780855329846
Size: 222 x 222 mm Illustrations: 530 Pages: 176


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