Painted Quilt : Paint and Print Techniques for Color on Quilts

English

ISBN: 0715324500

EAN: 9780715324509

Category: Crafts & Hobbies / Painting/Crafts & Hobbies / General/Crafts & Hobbies / Quilts & Quilting/

Publisher: David & Charles Publishers

Release Date: 10/24/2008

Synopsis: ? The only book on the market that deals with the application of color to the quilted surface--a technique that creates completely unique effects ? Dyeing, fabric painting and print techniques are an important part of the increasingly popular City & Guilds textile courses Painted Quilt demystifies the process of coloring cloth using a variety of techniques including fabric paints, pastels, dyes, bleaches and transfers. The book combines simple techniques to produce complex textile surfaces, and describes exactly how these effects are achieved with easy-to-understand step-by-step photographs and instructions. Many people have competent sewing skills but lack the confidence to create their own designs--this book will help them to explore their own creative potential to achieve effective and original designs.

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Painted Quilt : Paint and Print Techniques for Color on Quilts

Illustrated: Yes

Format: Paperback

Height: 0.34 inches

Width: 8.5 inches

Length: 11.0 inches

Weight: 19.22 oz

Pages: 128