Download or read book Creative Felt written by Angelika Wolk-Gerche and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: People have been making felt without specialist tools for the last three thousand years. This book teaches how to make felt in easy, step-by-step stages, along with helpful photographs and diagrams.The second half of the book is a wealth of ideas of things to make with felt, ranging from toys and dolls to beautiful accessories and gifts.
Download or read book Felt to Stitch written by Sheila Smith and published by Batsford. This book was released on 2014-05-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Felt to Stitch, acclaimed feltmaker Sheila Smith explores the possibilities of making and using handmade felt for stitch. Felt is an incredibly versatile medium that is easy to make and manipulate and provides the ideal base for surface embellishment. Handmade felt allows you a degree of control and creativity that ready-made fabrics cannot replicate. This book shows you how to make your own felt, select and dye your own colours, build unusual textures with felt fibres and further embellishment, and manipulate the felt to produce three- dimensional pieces. With sample projects that illustrate the main techniques, Felt to Stitch addresses the main elements of design in felt: Colour: blending commercially dyed fibres; dyeing processes for wool fibres; applying colour as surface design Line and shape: methods for creating clear outlines in felt; pre-felts for use on inlay, appliqué and mosaic. Texture: combining felt and fabric – Nuno felt; embellishing with other fibres. Form/three-dimensional felt: seamless hollow forms. Other techniques: multi-layered felts; low relief; and webs/grids. This is an essential book in the library of any textile artist.
Download or read book 500 Felt Objects written by Nathalie Mornu and published by Lark Books (NC). This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: decorative arts & crafts.
Download or read book Creative Felt written by Angelika Wolk-Gerche and published by Floris Books - Floris Books. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Felting has been a popular craft for thousands of years. Felt is a remarkably easy to use and an extremely versatile material. In this expanded second edition, Creative Felt shows you how to make felt without special tools. The author provides instructions for a wealth of felt projects and includes an even wider range of toys and gifts in this second edition. The step-by-step instructions and clear color photographs guide you through each stage of the felt-making process. Even if you have never used a sewing needle before, the templates and ideas provided will have you making beautiful hats, brooches, and dolls in no time. Angelika Wolk-Gerche is also the author of More Magic Wool and Papercraft.
Download or read book Felt Inlays written by Nancy Hoerner and published by Creative Publishing Int'l. This book was released on 2008 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wet felting requires no knowledge of knitting or crocheting and gives the crafter/designer complete freedom and control from the beginning. Hand-painted and solid-color roving--wool that has not been spun into yarn--is arranged on a surface and subjected to hot water and agitation to create felt fabric. With Nancy's freeform methods, wool yarns, novelty yarns, bits of felt (called prefelt), and other fibers are worked into the felt to create highly textured and patterned fabrics--felt inlays--and each individual piece is unique. Including 20 projects to show what you can make with your felt inlays.--From publisher description.
Download or read book Art in Felt Stitch written by Moy Mackay and published by Search Press Limited. This book was released on 2012-04-02 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this visually stunning book, Moy Mackay reveals how you too can create beautiful pictures using felt. Characterised by her wonderful use of colour, Moy's work is breathtaking and includes still-lifes, animals and landscapes inspired by the dramatic scenery of the Scottish Borders where she lives and works. Moy takes you through every step of the process, including the materials and tools you need, the feltmaking process itself (which is easier than you'd imagine), and how to put together four fabulous felt paintings of your own. There is guidance on stitching, including both hand- and machine-stitching, as well as how to use colour and introduce texture in the form of different fibres and threads. There are numerous examples of Moy's work through the book, and by the end you will not fail to be inspired to create gorgeous felt paintings of your own. "e;Moy's passionate use of colour and the deep texture created by felting are what draw me to her work. I also like the way that she concentrates on her surroundings for her subject matter - her work is very free."e;-Kaffe Fassett
Download or read book Uniquely Felt written by Christine White and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2007 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the concepts and theories of feltmaking, equipment needed, and the techniques of feltmaking, along with a variety of projects for such items as bags, shawls, curtains, and bath mats.
Download or read book Folk Art Felt written by Sandy Belt and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Instructions for projects using felt include wallhangings, table runners, frames, dolls, clothing, and holiday crafts
Download or read book Fabulous Felt Crafts written by Katherine Duncan-Aimone and published by Lark Books (NC). This book was released on 2000 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents step-by-step instructions for fifty projects made of felt; examples include hats, pillows, dolls, and decorations.
Download or read book Fabulous Felt written by Sophie Bester and published by David & Charles. This book was released on 2007-02-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Felt is very versatile, accessible and easy to use, even for beginners. This craft book includes 32 stunning projects including photo frames, photo album covers, cushions, rugs, Christmas decorations, and children's gifts.
Download or read book Creative Felting written by Lizzie Houghton and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2007 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crafters are embracing felting as one of the most exciting and versatile techniques around--and textile artist Lizzie Houghton offers 30 stunning projects that truly stand out from the crowd. Her thorough, fully-illustrated tutorial in the basics will open the craft up to anyone: it includes everything from laying out the fabric and network felting to three-dimensional forms. Beginners then have the skills they need to create subtle variances in color; carry out bold, playful experiments; and work with traditional fibers as well as velvets, silks, and embroidery. The scarves, wraps, pillows, throws, and other felted designs all feature nature-inspired shades, from the fiery hues of chili and poppy and rust to the earthy tones of fern and moss.
Download or read book The Birds of Bethlehem written by Tomie dePaola and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-10-30 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A perfect first Christmas book This inventive and fresh Nativity story is told from a bird's-eye view. On the morning of the first Christmas, the birds of Bethlehem gather in the fields--not only to eat but to share the exciting news. People from all over have descended on Bethlehem and an angel has appeared in the night sky. Something extraordinary is coming! The birds agree that they must find this wondrous thing, and off they fly to the stable where a child has been born. In simple language and dazzling pictures, beloved author-illustrator Tomie dePaola shares the awe and anticipation of the first Christmas. His cast of brightly colored, curious birds will appeal to young children, making this a perfect introduction to the story of Christmas.
Download or read book Felt Button Bead written by Catherine Woram and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get your kids snipping, threading and stitching with Felt Button Bead by Catherine Woram. Kids love crafting, and fabric-based crafts are particularly good, as many of the items needed can be found around the house - odd socks, fabric remnants and outgrown school uniforms will all come in handy. Felt Button Bead is divided into four vibrant sections containing 40 fun projects. Toys and Games features sock glove puppets and a roll-up draughts set. Gifts contains dozens of great ideas, including hand-print tea towels, a tool wrap and the cutest patchwork cushion. Clothing includes funky gear such as decorated jeans and customized t-shirts for girls and boys. Finally, Accessories includes ideas for adornments such as felt flower badges, belts, and a trendy appliqu�d book bag. Every project can be completed in four or eight steps - just follow the instructions and you can't go wrong! - The follow-up to the best-selling Paper Scissors Glue (25,000 copies sold) also by Catherine Woram. - 40 funky and imaginative fabric projects for children aged 3-10 years. - Eco-friendly projects encourage kids to recycle old clothes and make use of fabric remnants.
Download or read book Made in Felt written by and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Cool Needle Felting for Kids A Fun and Creative Introduction to Fiber Art written by Alex Kuskowski and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2014-08-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn about the basics of fiber arts while creating cool stuff. The Cool Needle Felting for Kids title teaches the first steps of how to needle felt. Activities will help kids use what they learned to make a fun bracelet, a tiny bowl, a cuddly penguin and more. Custom how-to photos and easy step-by-step instructions make crafting a blast. Don't wait to get cool crafting! Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book Felt Passion written by Ellen Bakker and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Creative Needle Felting written by Lyn Slade and published by All American Crafts Publishing. This book was released on 2012-07-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than another needle felting craft book, Creative Needle Felting approached needle felting as an art form. The projects are lovely wall suitable for framing. The book covers all the basics of needle felting and offers creative techniques to inspire needle felters of all levels to create their own masterpieces.
