Download or read book Machine Needle Felting written by Isabella Hoffmann and published by . This book was released on 2016-10-18 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Willow Nook Machine Needle Felting "Impressions" is a collection of tips, techniques and patterns for creating beautiful, dimensional and functional pieces with a needle felting machine. Following her previous releases, Willow Nook Machine Needle Felting "Timeless Collection," and Willow Nook Machine Needle Felting "Wool Images," Isabella provides a new perspective about what's possible with felted wool, and explains her innovative approach to felting with a machine, shading with Copic Markers, and embellishing with embroidery and beadwork.
Download or read book Needle Felting by Hand or Machine written by Linda Griepentrog and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007-06-06 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Machine felting is one of the hottest things in fiber arts, building on the rich history of hand felting. With top sewing manufacturers adding felting accessories to their lines, sewers can look to this new guide to efficiently explain this history of this practice and demonstrate the unique felting techniques which use moisture, pressure and abrasion to bind fibers together. Be inspired by the exciting projects to create felted items for the home, wardrobe and to give as gifts.
Download or read book Needle Felting Magic written by Margo Duke and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 5 projects with learn-as-you-go techniques for endless possibilities
Download or read book The Mr X Stitch Guide to Cross Stitch written by Jamie Chalmers and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2017-08-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you think you know what cross stitch is, look again! Jamie Chalmers, aka Mr X Stitch, shows you how to cross stitch using simple step-by-step instructions and also takes you to the frontiers of cross stitch design. The book is aimed at stitchers of all abilities, from absolute beginners looking to learn a new craft to embroiderers and cross stitchers who want to do something different in cross stitching. For many, cross stitch conjures up images of cute kittens and country cottages, but this book shows people that theres a different side to cross stitching that its an art in its own right, and will encourage them to be a little braver with their art. Jamies writing style is fun, entertaining and highly inspirational. The book aims to appeal to men as well as women, encouraging one and all to take up the ancient craft. It teaches the basics of cross stitching, including information on materials, tools, techniques and colour blending, but also puts Jamies own individual spin on it, with urban flavours and the introduction of different materials such as glow-in-the-dark threads and stitching on metal. As well as providing exciting designs to stitch, there is guidance on how to create cross stitch designs of your own, for example by using photographs and other images for reference. Jamie also showcases the work of other contemporary cross stitchers who are pushing the boundaries of their craft, and introduces more than 20 stunning cutting-edge projects to make, showing that beauty, innovation and 'craftivism' are alive and kicking in this inspirational book.
Download or read book Embellish Stitch Felt 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: Sheila Smith’s popular book – in paperback for the first time – covers dry-felting techniques using hand-held needles and the embellisher machines. These mess-free techniques open up a range of felt ideas for textile artists. The book includes the use of commercial ready-made needle-punch felt for fashion and design work. And of course, it provides a range of decorative stitching and dyeing methods that can be used to embellish the felt. Colourfully illustrated with inspirational textiles, plus clear step-by-step instructions, the book covers: Laying the Foundations: Use a variety of fibres and fabrics to create exciting cloths that are both beautiful and versatile. These can be layered further – experiment with Bondaweb, Pelmet Vilene and Lutradur – or developed into bags, book covers and other stunning items. Building Texture: Use fast and simple techniques to create impressive effects with the needle punch, from incorporating tucks, folds and tubes to three- dimensional bowls and vessels. Colour and Dyeing: Step-by-step instructions on rapid and space dyeing make it easy to create and assemble beautiful colours to use in your own work. An overview of all the equipment and materials needed, plus an appendix explaining traditional wet-felting techniques. Sheila Smith is an experienced feltmaker who teaches in the UK and around the world, most recentlhy in Australia and New Zealand. Former Chair of the International Feltmakers' Association, she writes regularly for textile and embroidery magazines, including World of Embroidery, Beautiful Stitches, Sewing World and Workbox. She is the author of Felt to Stitch.
Download or read book Needle Felting for Beginners written by Roz Dace and published by Search Press Limited. This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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 Indygo Junction s Needle Felting written by Amy Barickman and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2010-11-05 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beautiful Projects to Create in Wool. Needle felting's easy to learn and fun to do! Make and embellish pretty things to wear, bags to carry, funky jewelry, plus pillows, runners, bowls and more for the home. Complete instructions for hand and machine techniques using a variety of fibers. 22 projects with that vintage-cool Indygo Junction look-plus an inspiring gallery from five top designers. Learn a fresh new craft from your favorite designers at Indygo Junction! Creating and embellishing wool fashions and accessories is easy and remarkably fun. Choose or re-use wool fabrics, then add yarns, roving and novelty fibers. You'll learn how to prepare materials, plus techniques for dry and wet felting. Lots of projects show off your skills!
Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Felting written by Ruth Lane and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2012-08 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This richly illustrated how-to book is a comprehensive reference for various felting techniques, including needle felting, wet felting, and nuno felting. With these easy-to-follow, step-by-step directions and hundreds of full-color photos, you’ll be able to explore these easy projects that provide fun opportunities for you to try the techniques. Galleries of unique felted designs and creations by renowned fabric artists act as beautiful examples and inspiration to pursue the hobby yourself.
Download or read book Willow Nook Machine Needle Felting Timeless Collection written by Isabella Hoffmann and published by . This book was released on 2009-09-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Machine Needle Felting with wool fabrics/felt create stunning live like scenery and pictures. These new techniques allow for hues in color and textures. Full size drawings will show where to place the pieces. Learn how easy it is to transfer patterns, machine felt the pieces and add shading to enhance to the overall look of the project. Shading- and Embroidery Guides increase the dimension of the overall look of the project. Keep the form of art simple or make it as complex as you like. It is limitless once you tried it. The book is sprinkled with "Notes" and pictures to make it easy. A great book for beginners and advanced for all level of artists.
Download or read book First Time Felting written by Ruth Lane and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2019-09-03 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A felting and fiber expert explains three classic methods of felting for absolute beginners—includes step-by-step basics and fun projects. Start by learning about the various types of wool fibers used for felting, preparing them for the process, and simple methods for dyeing. Next, discover the basic supplies and techniques for wet felting, nuno felting, and needle felting. You’ll use those essential skills to make fun, easy projects—artworks, embellished fashions, three-dimensional figures, and more—skills you’ll turn to again and again to create your own original pieces!
Download or read book Complete Feltmaking written by Gillian Harris and published by Collins & Brown. This book was released on 2014-01-29 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Boasting countless benefits and applications, hand made felt is a chunky, durable and non-fraying fabric that can be used for fashion and home projects. With 'Complete Feltmaking', any crafter can learn the art of creating felt with a little fleece, water and soap. This exciting new book covers all aspects of feltmaking, from making simple flat felt to felting 3D shapes, as well as felting knitted work, needle felting and some slightly more advanced techniques such as cobweb felting. Each technique is carefully explained in detail with step-by-step instructions and accompanied by several projects to keep you constantly inspired. From a cheerful polka-dot bag and cozy felted slippers to a whimsical mobile and heart-warming tea cozy, this spirited primer offers a range of projects for beginner and advanced felters. Once the crafter has become comfortable with basic techniques, she/he can graduate to more complex felting techniques in the advanced chapter. This book includes everything you need to bring the highly sought after handcrafted style of felt to your wardrobe and your home.
Download or read book Woolbuddies written by Jackie Huang and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2013-09-17 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “There are many felting books that focus on creating small animal toys, but few contain projects with as much verve as those in this book.” —Library Journal You can see how cute these woolbuddies are. You’re not going to believe how easy it is to make them! Tired of searching for special toys that weren’t mass-produced, former Lucasfilm animator Jackie Huang created the beloved Woolbuddy, a collection of all-natural stuffed animals that reflect his unique imaginative vision. He went on to capture fans at craft fairs, Comic-Con, and specialty boutiques. Now Huang teaches you how, using just some wool and a needle, you can make a wide-eyed owl, a toothy shark, a fuzzy sheep, a towering giraffe, and many more simple yet sensational projects. With step-by-step instructions and helpful how-to photographs, crafters can create clutchable keepsakes to be instantly enjoyed and forever cherished.
Download or read book Fabulous Fabric Art With Lutradur written by Lesley Riley and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2010-11-05 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get Creative with this Fabulous Cross Between Paper and Fabric. Discover all the wonderful things you can do with Lutradur®-the exciting new fabric that looks, feels, and folds like translucent paper, but doesn't tear or fray. Add luminous color and exotic lacy effects to art quilts, fabric or altered books, mixed media art. Try 27 fun techniques that produce fascinating Lutradur effects. Looking to try something that's fresh, fun, and creative? Wait till you get your hands on Lutradur, the new art material that combines the best qualities of fabric and paper. Lutradur is ready for almost anything-cutting, burning, stamping, painting, dyeing, and sewing are just the beginning! 2009 Forward Book of The Year Award finalist (Crafts/Hobbies Category)
Download or read book Not Your Mama s Felting written by Amy Swenson and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007-06-12 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The art of felting, the process of working wool fibers together to form felt, is the ultimate in craft creativity because no two items turn out exactly alike. The first book to cover knitted or crocheted felting, needle felting, and wet felting, Not Your Mama's Felting will have you creating fashions, accessories, and gifts that will have your non-felting friends asking, "How did you do that?" Fun and funky, this guide includes: * The essentials: all about fiber, the tools of the trade, wet felting, needle felting, fulling, and dyeing * Patterns and step-by-step instructions for approximately thirty projects, including an assemble-your-own wallet kit, a bad-boy hoodie, a loopy boa, a chunky bead necklace, needle vases, and more * Tips to customize each design * Basic knitting and crocheting instructions so that even non-needleworkers can make all of the projects Does the smell of wet sheep turn you on? Long to escape to your own private yurt? With Not Your Mama's Felting, you'll be a felt-loving material girl in no time.
Download or read book Needle Felting written by Terese Cato and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-01-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guide to sculpting people with wool for both beginner and experienced needle felters. Learn to create three-dimensional sculptures with wool. Needle felting is surprisingly easy using techniques that everyone can learn. Complete instructions with full color photos will take you step by step and teach you how to sculpt the face and body to create your own charming characters. You are limited only by your imagination. You begin with fluffy wool in one hand and a felting needle in the other hand. Then you poke the wool with the barbed felting needle until it comes to life. It is nothing short of amazing!
Download or read book Feltique written by Nikola Davidson and published by Random House Digital, Inc.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Feltique shows readers step-by-step how to master this versatile material. In one simple guide, they ll have everything at their fingertips to create charming projects using a variety of felting techniques: wet felting, needle felting, fulling and sewing commercial felt. Over 45 unique projects offer quick and simple designs for beginners as well as fun and challenging endeavours for experts. The techniques are perfect for creating everything from warm and fuzzy clothing to useful household items. For limitless inspiration in making all things felt and beautiful - from bauble earrings to baby rattles, hats to handbags - crafters need this definitive guide.
