The Geometry of Hand-Sewing

The Geometry of Hand-Sewing
Author: Natalie Chanin
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2018-05-15
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1683351231

This sewing guide reveals a breakthrough method to simplify learning stitches of all kinds, with more than 100 stitches from the simple to the fanciful. As makers, we tend to learn different stitches over time without thinking much about how they relate to one another. But when Natalie Chanin and her teams at Alabama Chanin and The School of Making began to look at needlework closely, they realized all stitches are based on geometric grid systems. They also discovered that learning new stitches—even elaborate ones—became simple and easy when using grids as guides. In The Geometry of Hand-Sewing Chanin presents their breakthrough method, featuring illustrated instructions (for both right- and left-handed stitchers) for more than 100 stitches—from the basic straight and chain to complex feather and herringbone. Photos of both right and wrong sides are included, as well as guidelines for modifying stitches to increase one’s repertoire further. The book also offers downloads for two stitching cards with the grids on which every stitch in the book is based. These printable cards can be used as stencils for transferring grids to fabric.

Decorative Stenciling & Stamping

Decorative Stenciling & Stamping
Author: Annie Sloan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 104
Release: 1997
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9780895779274

Decorative Stenciling and Stamping teaches you how to cut pre-designed stencils and how to design your own. It shows how you can use brushes, sponges, and rollers to impart a variety of finishes and textures. You'll also find tips on the best ways to make repeatable patterns and how to create reverse stencils. The author shares the secrets of crafting decorative stamps simply and inexpensively by using everyday objects you can find at home. She shows how to use paper cups to make semicircles and corrugated cardboard for stripes. You'll learn how to cut designs into sponges, potatoes, and polystyrene to produce your own personal stamp. Every project in Decorative Stenciling and Stamping includes a list of the tools and materials you'll need, easy-to-understand step-by-step instructions, and practical tips on what to do if anything should go wrong. All the techniques are demonstrated on a wide variety of surfaces: from fireplaces, cupboards, and storage chests, to smaller items such as candleholders, flowerpots, and more.

Trompe L'Oeil Murals Using Stencils

Trompe L'Oeil Murals Using Stencils
Author: Melanie Royals
Publisher: Northlight
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2000
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781581800289

Offers step-by-step instructions for creating trompe l'oeil murals using stencils and includes advice on tools, paints, and stenciling techniques.

The Secret Garden: A Book of Stencils

The Secret Garden: A Book of Stencils
Author: Penny Vedrenne
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2007-06-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1430323051

This collection was created to bring the feeling of being in a peaceful garden into your home. It includes twelve stencils: a stone wall, a stone path, bleeding heart, butterfly, bee, fountain, foxglove, hummingbird, iris, grasshopper, trumpet flower, & morning glory. You can use all or only a few to create your private Secret Garden. Use these stencils and your own imagination to create a Secret Garden hideaway just for your escape!

Stamp Stencil Paint

Stamp Stencil Paint
Author: Anna Joyce
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-09-08
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781617691775

Textile artist Anna Joyce's design process is intuitive, relaxed, and rooted in the belief that we should live with color and pattern every day. Inspired by vintage fabric, folk art, shapes in nature, and exciting new color combinations, Joyce's distinctive projects showcase the beauty of the unexpected and the mark of the artist's hand. In Stamp Stencil Paint, Joyce shares her signature hand-printing techniques and infectious enthusiasm for adding patterns to ready-made surfaces such as fabric, ceramics, paper, leather, furniture, walls, and more. Following beautiful step-by-step photography, crafters learn new, easy skills to stamp, stencil, and hand-paint wonderful projects for their homes, wardrobes, families, and friends.

Folk Art Cut and Use Stencils

Folk Art Cut and Use Stencils
Author: Theodore Menten
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 68
Release: 1985-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780486248387

Scores of authentic early American patterns for stenciling — birds, florals, sleighs, much more. Decorate walls, floors, furniture, and other flat surfaces. Also applicable to needlework, wood burning, and other crafts. 77 designs. Introduction. Instructions.

Art at the Speed of Life

Art at the Speed of Life
Author: Pam Carriker
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2013-06-15
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1620333775

Need high-energy inspiration when your life gets crazy and your art keeps getting pushed to the back burner? Offering terrific mixed-media art projects, as well as tips for getting organized and inspired, Art at the Speed of Life is a treasure chest of ideas for the artist whose creative goals sometimes get stymied by the frantic pace of modern life. Author and mixed-media artist Pam Carriker proves that art and life can coexist peacefully, productively, and happily. Making things every day can be a joyful reality instead of just wishful thinking. Each chapter in Art at the Speed of Life includes both essays and project ideas from a variety of contributors, including Suzi Blu, Lisa Bebi, Christy Hydeck, Paulette Insall, Cate Calacous Prato. The projects are inspiring, yet easy to complete on a tight schedule, and include techniques such as assemblage, image transfer, and collage. A bonus seven-day journal project helps you track your work as you go. With a unique combination of time management tips and advice, inspiring essays, and projects designed to fit into busy schedules, Art at the Speed of Life will help you live your dream of making art every day.

Room for Change

Room for Change
Author: Linda Gray
Publisher:
Total Pages: 132
Release: 1988
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9780356155210

Fun with Southwest Indian Stencils

Fun with Southwest Indian Stencils
Author: Paul E. Kennedy
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 8
Release: 1993-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0486276961

This colorful and reusable stencil collection introduces youngsters (as well as craftworkers looking for new ideas) to six intriguing Southwest Indian tribal designs. Adapted from handmade craft items such as fabrics, pottery, and basketware, the pre-cut patterns strikingly depict authentic Pueblo lizard and bird motifs, anthropomorphic designs of the Navajo and Hopi tribes, and more.