Book Art In this in-depth look at the book itself as art, the reader will be guided through a wide variety of binding techniques & structure styles, topped off with plenty of inspiration for transforming books into works of art. Techniques range from collaging directly in a pre-made book (altered bookmaking) to printmaking to making concertinas & books folded from a single sheet. The reader will see the form & function of a book in a new light, viewing it as a new form of creative expression. Step-by-step photos guide the reader through binding techniques as well as through several mixed-media applications in this inspirational resource. About the Author Dorothy Simpson Krause is a book artist, painter, collage-maker & printmaker who has combined traditional media with digital applications since the late 1960s. She is a Professor Emeritus at Massachusetts College of Art, where she founded the Computer Arts Center. ...

Book Binding Handbook This is a comprehensive introduction to the craft of bookmaking. It takes the traditional basic skills of bookbinding & combines them with contemporary techniques which will enable every reader to create beautiful works of art. There is an exciting array of innovative approaches to this time-honoured handicraft, & many of these are sampled here, showing you the exciting forms a book can take. From albums & journals to notebooks & gift pieces, the book is valued here as a medium for artistic expression as well as function. The projects will allow you to create books that are blank portfolios for inserting photographs, artworks, & specially chosen words, or books that are decorative works of art using the basic form as a foundation. The book is divided into two sections, the first of which takes you through all the necessary materials & basic techniques, with inspirational examples in full-colour to fire your imagination. The second section

Includes:: ten unique projects that use the techniques developed earlier. About the Author Sue Doggett is a teacher of bookworks as well being fully trained in fine arts. She brings her artistic skills to the ancient art of bookbinding & uses them to open up the possibilities of the craft to everyone.

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Scotlands Fair Isle is celebrated the world over for its distinctive, stranded-colour knitting, & Alice Starmore is famous for her expertise in designing & instructing knitters in this appealing regional tradition. This richly illustrated guide offers both the beginner & more advanced knitter a complete workshop in the Fair Isle style. It not only explores the arts history, patterns & traditional techniques but also encourages knitters to develop their own creativity. The author explains the traditional Fair Isle techniques of circular knitting & presents detailed tutorials on incorporating classic motifs, exploring colour schemes, & creating unique patterns & designs. She shares 14 of her own original designs, including 12 patterns for cardigans, vests, fishermens sweaters, hats, gloves & mittens. More than 250 photographs, drawings & easy-to-follow charts illustrate sources of inspiration, simple instructions & spectacular results. Knitting devotees agree: If you have only one book of Fair Isle patterns, this is the one to have! Reprint of The Taunton Press, Inc., Newtown, Connecticut, 1988 edition. ...

Scotland's Fair Isle is celebrated the world over for it's distinctive, stranded-colour knitting, & Alice Starmore is famous for her expertise in designing & instructing knitters in this appealing regional tradition. This richly illustrated guide offers both the beginner & more advanced knitter a complete workshop in the Fair Isle style. It not only explores the art's history, patterns & traditional techniques but also encourages knitters to develop their own creativity. The author explains the traditional Fair Isle techniques of circular knitting & presents detailed tutorials on incorporating classic motifs, exploring colour schemes, & creating unique patterns & designs. She shares 14 of her own original designs, including 12 patterns for cardigans, vests, fishermen's sweaters, hats, gloves & mittens. More than 250 photographs, drawings & easy-to-follow charts illustrate sources of inspiration, simple instructions & spectacular results. Knitting devotees agree: If you have only one book of Fair Isle patterns, this is the one to have! Reprint of The Taunton Press, Inc., Newtown, Connecticut, 1988 edition. ...

This guide takes traditional bookmaking out of the box & into the realm of limitless possibilities. Crafters, scrapbookers & bookmakers will delight in the pages of this highly inventive & energetic guide that shows how to create books with never-before-seen effects. While most bookmaking guides focus on classic binding techniques, Books Unbound keeps the sewing to a minimum. Instead, it uses basic techniques to explore the creative potential of the pages & paper. Projects include: Step-by-step instructions that make these incredible 3D & layered designs achievable, even for beginners; Materials that are easy to find at any craft store; Templates for each design; Content that is completely original. Crafters will learn how to create pop-up designs, multiple layers, & special folds that are sculptural, multi-dimensional & extremely clever. About the Author Also the author of Cards that Pop-Up, Flip & Slide, Michael Jacobs designs & produces papercraft kits. Michael is a book artist who has worked in mixed media & sculpture for over 25 years. His work has been widely published & exhibited throughout the USA. ...

Anchor Border Collie Portrait Cross Stitch Kit Anchor Border Collie Portrait Cross Stitch Kit designed by Melanie Watkins-Patel. This is an adorable portrait of a Border Collie that really captures the character of the dog. Kit contains carefully sorted Anchor stranded cotton, 18 count white Aida fabric, needle & easy-to-follow charts & instructions. Finished

Size: 4 x 3 (11 x 8cm) Supplier Code PCE219

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Anchor Border Collie Cross Stitch Kit Anchor Border Collie Cross Stitch Kit designed by Melanie Watkins Patel. This is a beautiful portrait of a Border Collie sitting to attention. The Kit contains carefully sorted Anchor Stranded Cotton, 16 count cream Aida fabric, needle & easy-to-follow charts & instructions. Finished

Size: 11 x 7 (30cm x 20cm) Supplier code: PCE878

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