Download or read book Creating Texture with Textiles written by Linda F. McGehee and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: User friendly for all levels of sewing, this book explores the art of manipulating fabric to create garments, wall hangings, and accessories. More than 200 color photos and illustrations inspire creativity by illustrating the use of textiles with embellishment, manipulation of fabric, and decorative stitches.
Download or read book Visual Texture on Fabric written by Lisa Kerpoe and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2012-07-16 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Design one-of-a-kind art cloth for your favorite quilting, sewing, home décor, and garment projects! This comprehensive guide to water-based resist dyeing techniques makes the process easy to learn (and even more fun to play with) using textile artist Lisa Kerpoe’s test-driven instructions for creating depth on a flat surface. Create dimensional effects with ingredients like oatmeal, sugar, and soy wax—mix and match 8 resists with 7 application techniques for endless possibilities. Paint, stamp, stencil, splatter, layer…and come away with soft, touchable fabric. Materials for non-toxic resists are easy to find, starting with your kitchen cupboards!
Download or read book Screen Printing written by Claire Benn and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction -- Gettin ready -- Using a blank screen -- Temporary resists -- Paper & plastic stencils & resists -- Fabric-based stencils -- Semi-permanent designs -- Permanent designs -- Media & recipes -- Colour mixing -- Re-meshing a screen -- Projects: building experience -- Resources/suppliers -- Further reading.
Download or read book Fabric Manipulation written by Ruth Singer and published by David & Charles. This book was released on 2013-05-07 with total page 523 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The award-winning textile artist presents her modern approach to 150 fabric manipulation techniques in this fully illustrated sewing guide. In Fabric Manipulation, Ruth Singer presents the most in-depth and comprehensive guide to sculptural and embellishing effects since Collette Wolff’s The Art of Manipulating Fabric. Divided into three sections—Pleat and Fold, Stitch and Gather, Apply and Layer—Fabric Manipulation teaches sewists of all skill levels 150 creative sewing techniques with clear instruction, photos, and hundreds of full color diagrams. Ruth explains her innovative variations on traditional fabric manipulation techniques such as pleating, folding, gathering, smocking, quilting, trapunto and applique. She also offers inspirational project ideas for accessories and home décor that demonstrate practical uses of fabric manipulation.
Download or read book Step by Step Texture Quilting written by Christina Cameli and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2019-04-01 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bring a new artistic dimension to your projects with this inspiring reference from the bestselling author of First Steps to Free-Motion Quilting. It’s never been easier to add playful texture to your projects with free-motion quilting! Gain the confidence to quilt like an artist with bestselling author Christina Cameli’s tactile approach. Try your hand at organic and geometric textures, with step-by-step lessons to sixty-five designs and ten variations. With this guide, you’ll find yourself invigorated to finish projects on your home sewing machine or longarm—whether you’re a confident beginner or a seasoned pro.
Download or read book Textures from Nature in Textile Art written by Marian Jazmik and published by Batsford Books. This book was released on 2021-08-05 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harness the beauty of the natural world to create unique textile art pieces. Learn how to create beautiful textile art inspired by details in nature in this practical and inspirational guide. Acclaimed textile artist Marian Jazmik shows how to use unusual recycled and repurposed materials combined with traditional fabric and thread. Marian reveals the secrets of her lushly textured and sculptural embroidered pieces, from initial photograph to finished object. Exploring nature as a constant source of inspiration, she shows how to turn a chance spotting of lichen on a tree trunk or a scattering of autumn leaves into glorious textile or mixed-media art. Marian goes on to explore the myriad of techniques she uses in her work, including: How to begin with photography, homing in on details in nature. How to manipulate images to create microscopic and surprising detail. How to translate the images into 3-D work, using an eclectic mix of natural and man-made textiles, as well as unusual recycled materials otherwise be destined for landfill (packaging, plastics and household DIY products). Hand and machine embroidery. Dyeing, printing and painting. Using heat gun and soldering iron to create heavily textured surfaces. Packed with practical tips, inspiration and illustrated throughout with glorious examples of Marian’s work, this book will provide you with endless imaginative ideas for distilling the wonders of nature into your own textile art.
Download or read book Texture with Textiles written by Linda F. McGehee and published by . This book was released on 1994-10 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Art of Manipulating Fabric written by Colette Wolff and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1996-10-01 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The possibilities for three-dimensional manipulation of fabric - gathering, pleating, tucking, shirring, and quilting woven materials - are seemingly endless. To describe them all would be to describe the entire history of sewing. In The Art of manipulating Fabric, Colette Wolff has set herself just this task, and she succeeds brilliantly. Working from the simplest possible form - a flat piece of cloth and a threaded needle - she categorizes all major dimensional techniques, show how they are related, and give examples of variations both traditional and modern. The result is an encyclopedia of techniques that resurface, reshape, restructure and reconstruct fabric. • More than 350 diagrams support the extensive how-tos, organized into broad general categories, then specific sub-techniques • Handsome photos galleries showcase the breathtaking possibilities in each technique and aid visual understanding by emphasizing the sculptured fabric surface with light and shadow • Textile artists and quilters, as well as garment and home decor sewers, will expand their design horizons with the almost limitless effects that can be achieved.
Download or read book The Fabric of Civilization written by Virginia Postrel and published by Basic Books. This book was released on 2020-11-10 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Paleolithic flax to 3D knitting, explore the global history of textiles and the world they weave together in this enthralling and educational guide. The story of humanity is the story of textiles -- as old as civilization itself. Since the first thread was spun, the need for textiles has driven technology, business, politics, and culture. In The Fabric of Civilization, Virginia Postrel synthesizes groundbreaking research from archaeology, economics, and science to reveal a surprising history. From Minoans exporting wool colored with precious purple dye to Egypt, to Romans arrayed in costly Chinese silk, the cloth trade paved the crossroads of the ancient world. Textiles funded the Renaissance and the Mughal Empire; they gave us banks and bookkeeping, Michelangelo's David and the Taj Mahal. The cloth business spread the alphabet and arithmetic, propelled chemical research, and taught people to think in binary code. Assiduously researched and deftly narrated, The Fabric of Civilization tells the story of the world's most influential commodity.
Download or read book Hot Textiles written by Kim Thittichai and published by Batsford Books. This book was released on 2023-08-03 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inspirational and practical guide to the potential of heat tools for textile artists. Soldering irons, heat guns and household irons can add texture and variety to textile work – whether it's hand embroidery, machine embroidery, quilting or felting. Stunning work can be produced with a variety of materials: hot and cold foiling; painted and plain Bondaweb (fusible webbing) on wood, paper, fabric and pelmet Vilene; making beads from synthetic fabrics, Tyvek and Kunin felt; melting and distorting plastic bags and cellophane; working in three dimensions; and embossing powders. With step-by-step instructions, full health and safety advice and stunning photography, this is an important book for all textile artists. Following on the bestselling Fusing Fabric and Surfaces for Stitch, it demonstrates the latest techniques wanted by all those involved in textiles. Back in paperback for 2018.
Download or read book A Field Guide to Fabric Design written by Kimberly Kight and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2011-11-16 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive, step-by-step resource for fabric design and printing—including tips from top designers. If you’ve ever dreamed of showing your designs on fabric, textile aficionado Kim Kight, of popular blog True Up, is here to teach you how. Comprehensive and refreshingly straightforward, this impressive volume features two main parts. First, the Design and Color section explains the basics with step-by-step tutorials on creating repeating patterns both by hand and on the computer. Next, the Printing section guides you through transferring those designs on fabric—whether it's block printing, screen printing, digital printing or licensing to a fabric company—and how to determine the best method for you. Includes extensive photos and illustrations
Download or read book The Textile Design Book written by Karin Jerstorp and published by Lark Books (NC). This book was released on 1988 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shows how to create stripes, squares, borders, and patterns for textiles, discusses scale, construction, and color, and suggests practice exercises
Download or read book Yarn Texturing Technology written by J. W. S. Hearle and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2001-10-09 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Texturing is increasingly important in textile production, not only in yarns for weaving and knitting fashion products, but also for carpets, furnishing fabrics and a variety of technical textiles. This book covers all the major techniques including twist-texturing, jet-screeen texturing, false-twist process, BCF processes and air-jet texturingare in detail. Combining a comprehensive review of the physics and chemistry of texturing with a thorough, illustrated description of current practice, this book is invaluable for yarn and fabric manufacturers, textile scientists and students on textile science and technology courses.
Download or read book Woven Textiles written by Kim Gandhi and published by Woodhead Publishing. This book was released on 2019-11-01 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Woven Textiles: Principles, Technologies and Applications, Second Edition, is an essential guide to woven textiles. This new edition is updated and expanded to include major new application areas, as well as the latest developments and innovations in terms of fibers, yarns, fabrics, machinery and technology. Sections cover fibers and yarns used for weaving, key preparatory techniques, the fundamentals of weaving technology, the characteristics of woven structures, the use of computer assisted design (CAD) systems, techniques for modelling the structure of woven fabrics, methods for the manufacture of 3D woven structures, and the application of woven textiles in a range of technologies. With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, this second edition will be an indispensable guide for all designers, engineers and technicians involved in the design, manufacture and use of woven textiles, as well as for academics and researchers in the field of textiles. - Provides extensive coverage of woven textiles, including their preparation, manufacture, woven structures and characteristics - Presents the latest technical applications of woven textiles, such as transportation, geotextiles, medical applications, sports and leisure, filtration, and composite structures - Enables the reader to understand the latest technological advances in the area of woven textiles
Download or read book Interior Textiles written by Karla J. Nielson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-07-10 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When it comes to both the technical and aesthetic considerations of using textiles in interior design, this book gives working professionals what they need to know. You'll receive expert guidance to the process of textile specifications, selection, installation and maintenance, as well as an understanding of the properties of fabric types and a historical context of styles. Sustainable design and code issues are also considered. More than 500 illustrations and photographs elucidate key ideas. This survey of textiles for interior design is divided into three main parts: Fabrics: The interior design textile industry and marketplace. A study of fibers, yarns, constructions, and finishes. Codes and "green" design. Applications: Textile specifications and coordination of upholstery and wall coverings, window treatments, linens and accessories, and rugs and carpeting. Period Style: Oriental styles, Renaissance and Formal styles, Medieval, Colonial, Country and Provence styles, Regional and Ethnic styles, and Modern styles. Order your copy today!
Download or read book Textiles in Decorative Design Exploring Patterns Textures and Sustainable Fabric Trends written by Matthew Christopher Anderson and published by Daniel O Brien. This book was released on with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the enchanting world of textiles in decorative design with this comprehensive guide that explores the intricate relationship between patterns, textures, and the creation of stunning interior spaces. From the timeless appeal of vintage fabrics to the cutting-edge innovations in modern textiles, this book provides an in-depth look at the various elements that make textiles essential in achieving both comfort and style. Discover the secrets of pattern and design, from understanding geometric and floral motifs to creating captivating textures that bring depth and dimension to any room. Explore the transformative power of color and learn how to harness it to create harmonious and visually appealing spaces. Whether you're an aspiring interior designer, a seasoned professional, or simply passionate about beautifying your home, this book is your ultimate resource for all things textiles. With chapters covering everything from upholstery design to decorative throws, you'll gain invaluable insights into the versatile nature of textiles and how they can be used to create truly exceptional decorative designs. Immerse yourself in the world of textiles and transform your living spaces into masterpieces of both form and function. Let this book be your guide as you embark on an inspiring journey of discovery, creativity, and artistic expression.
Download or read book Color and Texture in Weaving written by Margo Selby and published by Interweave. This book was released on 2012-01-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Give woven textiles a contemporary twist with Color and Texture in Weaving! Learn to mix color and yarn types to create textiles that are rich with color and texture as well as refreshing and modern. Using either a simple four- or eight-shaft loom you can discover how to mix color and yarn types to maximize visual effects in your weaving. Beginner weavers will find helpful guidance for color warping and a plethora of expert weaving inspiration. And if you've already mastered the basic skills, you'll find Color and Texture in Weaving to be a dependable weaving resource with complex techniques and a wealth of inspiring patterns. There are hundreds of weaving patterns within for you to enjoy; each is illustrated with swatches of finished textiles, setup diagrams, lifting patterns, and fabric samples shown in large, full-color photos to highlight the detail. Providing you with everything from basic setup instructions to advanced weaving ideas, Color and Texture in Weaving offers contemporary, colorful, and creative possibilities for all weavers looking to refine their color and texture approaches to textiles.
