The Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Techniques

The Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Techniques
Author: Donna Kato
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2011-01-26
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0307586979

A thousand and one ideas for making beautiful polymer clay millefiori. In Venetian glassmaking, slender rods of molten glass are shaped, then cut to reveal amazingly detailed patterns: flowers, geometric shapes, dancing colors. These slices are called millefiori, “thousand flowers,” because they form a carpet of flowers when placed side by side. Now celebrity author Donna Kato shows crafters exactly how to re-create these intricate, fascinating designs in polymer clay. The Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Techniques reveals the entire process: how to work with the polymer clay, the basics of planning and creating a cane, and using color effectively. Dozens of canes, from simple to simply stunning, are included, and everything is clearly explained and illustrated with full-color photos, the Donna Kato way. Throughout the book, examples of stunning work by such millefiori artists as Kathy Amt, Pier Voulkos, and Kathleen Dustin provide inspiration. There must be a thousand ways to make beautiful millefiori . . . explore them all in The Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Techniques.

World Paperweights

World Paperweights
Author: Robert G. Hall
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2001
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780764313493

Lampworked and millifiori paperweights have become recognized as little works of art, because their intricate designs pose a challenge to even the most accomplished glassblowers. Successful pieces are beautiful and intriguing, displaying the best skills in the glass field. Included are company histories and detailed descriptions of nearly 500 paperweights produced over the last 150 years from around the world. The authoratative text includes new information that will fascinate collectors, along with many rare and exceptional paperweights. Full pricing information and a detailed glossary are also included.

Millefiori

Millefiori
Author: Omar Musa
Publisher: Penguin Group Australia
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2017-11-27
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 1760144037

A collection of love poems and fierce raps, Millefiori is Omar Musa's third book of poetry. Both dream-like and gritty, it also includes gorgeous illustrations and draft poems from Musa's notebook. Heartbreak, cocaine, colonial violence, memory and cave paintings: this is a world full of unbearable beauty and brutality. We know the world is a horror story, but it's also got love notes in the margins.

'The Work of Angels'

'The Work of Angels'
Author: Paul T. Craddock
Publisher:
Total Pages: 228
Release: 1990
Genre: Art
ISBN:

Examines Celtic metalwork from the 6th-9th centuries A.D., brought together from Ireland and Britain for a special exhibit.

Flossie Teacakes' Guide to English Paper Piecing

Flossie Teacakes' Guide to English Paper Piecing
Author: Florence Knapp
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2018-05-29
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1440247927

In a sea of quilting project books, Flossie Teacakes' Guide to English Paper Piecing stands alone. Drawing together many disparate strands, this comprehensive guide offers up a deeper exploration of this precision patchwork craft, providing everything quilters need to know on a practical level to begin navigating fussy cutting and English paper-piecing (EPP). • The most comprehensive guide to English paper piecing on the market today, including history of the craft, artist profiles, and more! • Patterns for original rosettes on which to learn the practicalities of EPP are shown step-by-step, covering everything from templates, paper choice, magic mirrors, how to mock up layouts, glue/thread basting, and more. • Finished examples exemplifying mastery of the skills learned in the book & unique secondary designs within the quilts that demonstrate the fussy cut and rosette piecing techniques. Flossie Teacakes' Guide to English Paper Piecing is not just a how-to text on English paper piecing. While any book on English paper piecing must cover the instructional aspects, Flossie Teacakes offers a softer, warmer approach, exploring the craft on a more tactile paper-and-fabric level and including stories and inspirations this wonderful craft. Author Florence Knapp explores of the craft over a series of interviews and a journey back in time. She captures the elements that make it so much more than a simple technique guide, giving meaning to the act of English paper piecing for those who are intrigued as well as to quilters who are already hooked. As if that isn't enough, there's icing on the teacakes in the form of original paper-pieced rosettes and show stopping quilt patterns included to practice and show off your EPP skills.

Mosaic Renaissance

Mosaic Renaissance
Author: Laurel Skye
Publisher: North Light Books
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2009-11-13
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781600611988

Revive your love of mosaics! Inside Mosaic Renaissance discover a treasure trove of rich, inspiring patterns and intriguing mosaic projects that incorporate handcrafted Italian glass known as millefiori. After learning essential mosaic techniques—like cutting tiles and mixing a batch of grout—get inspired by a collection of beautiful millefiori patterns you can use in your own mosaic art. Then try ten illustrated mosaic projects ranging from the practical (a basic trivet, a simple box) to the peculiar (a blushing bride skull) plus pretty projects sure to please. Mosaic Renaissance will renew your love of mosaics with: An introduction to tiling tools and techniques 60+ sample patterns, from simple to complex 10 mosaic projects complete with step-by-step instruction A gallery of 40 mosaic pieces from artists around the world With inspiration for all skill levels, Mosaic Renaissance is a visual feast of ideas for reviving your mosaic art.

Miniature Masterpieces

Miniature Masterpieces
Author: Giovanni Sarpellon
Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Total Pages: 200
Release: 1995
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

The history of the revival of mosaic glass in Italy.

A Thousand Glass Flowers

A Thousand Glass Flowers
Author: Evan Turk
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2020-08-18
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 153441035X

This gorgeous and empowering picture book from award-winning author-illustrator Evan Turk paints the portrait of Marietta Barovier, the groundbreaking Renaissance artisan who helped shape the future of Venetian glassmaking. Marietta and her family lived on the island of Murano, near Venice, as all glassmakers did in the early Renaissance. Her father, Angelo Barovier, was a true maestro, a master of glass. Marietta longed to create gorgeous glass too, but glass was men’s work. One day her father showed her how to shape the scalding-hot material into a work of art, and Marietta was mesmerized. Her skills grew and grew. Marietta worked until she created her own unique glass bead: the rosetta. Small but precious, the beautiful beads grew popular around the world and became as valuable as gold. The young girl who was once told she could not create art was now the woman who would leave her mark on glasswork for centuries to come.