Download or read book Textile Techniques in Metal written by Arline Fisch and published by . This book was released on 2016-06-17 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When you think of fiber arts, materials like copper, silver, gold, and steel probably don't come to mind. But renowned artist and jeweler Arline Fisch has transformed this unlikely combination into a striking movement that is limitless in its formal possibilities and capacity for beauty. Showcasing stunning work that blends jewelry, sculpture, and clothing, Textile Techniques in Metal is the first and only comprehensive book on the innovative intersection of the fiber and metal arts.This richly illustrated book explains, in easy-to-follow language, a variety of methods and strategies for manipulating metals with techniques borrowed from textiles. The author provides detailed instructions for adapting techniques like,KnittingCrochetingWeavingBasketryBraidingAnd lacemakingWith insightful historical information and numerous inspiring examples of work by the author and other talented artists, Textile Techniques in Metal will serve as an eye-opening reference for textile artists, sculptors, and jewelers alike. Arline M. Fisch, Professor of Art Emerita at San Diego State University, is an artist and jeweler working primarily in precious metals. She exhibits work nationally and internationally. Her work melds jewelry, sculpture, and clothing, and she incorporates the structure of textiles and fiber craft into metal-based pieces that are often inspired by ancient cultures and the natural world. Fisch is the recipient of numerous honors, including an honorary doctorate from Skidmore; a gold medal from the American Craft Council; the Lifetime Achievement Award in Crafts from the National Museum of Women in the Arts; and multiple Fulbright fellowships. Her work is represented in numerous museum and private collections.
Download or read book Jewellery Using Textiles Techniques written by Sarah Keay and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2009 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A large-format, highly illustrated how-to-do-it book for beginners andpractising jewellers looking for new ideas. There has been a recentincrease in jewellers using textile techniques in their work, and thisbook provides a thorough and comprehensive introduction to all thematerials and techniques you need to get you started in this excitingarea of jewellery making. Using a step-by-step approach, this book is an accessible, butthorough, introduction to a wide range of textilestechniques for those more accustomed to working with metals than withfabrics and yarns. Examples of appropriate techniques for each materialwill be featured as making sequences, alongside showcased pieces fromcontemporary jewellers in different materials. Techniques covered willinclude crochet, weaving, knitting, felting, lace and sewing. There areover ten projects included showingthe reader how to design and make your very own finished pieces (eg:flower brooch, felt necklace, Shetland lace tiara, woven bracelet,stille collar). Each project is by a different maker and so you willcover a wide range of techniques and styles. At the end of each projectis an inspirational gallery section. Makers shown include:Suzanne Smith; Liz Brown; Marjory Keay; Vicky Forrester; HelenRobertson; Lilia Breyter; Sarah Smith; Sarah Kettley and Joanne Haywood.
Download or read book Crocheted Wire Jewelry written by Arline Fisch and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the past ten years, crochet has developed in an exciting new direction, as many artists have begun using wire to create unique jewelry. Arline Fisch, an internationally acclaimed jeweler and one of the foremost experts in adapting textile techniques for metal, introduces this new form of needlework and provides a wide range of exceptional projects from 16 international designers.
Download or read book Fragmentation and Repair written by Shelley Rhodes and published by Batsford Books. This book was released on 2021-09-16 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the rich creative possibilities of fragmentation and repair in textile art. Fragmentation and repair are two of the biggest buzzwords in textile and mixed-media art. In this fascinating book, renowned artist Shelley Rhodes explores both concepts, with a wealth of fresh ideas and practical advice. Drawing on her own practice, Shelley explains how she reconstructs and reassembles cloth, paper and other materials to create new pieces, often incorporating found objects and items she has collected over the years to add depth and emotional resonance. From piercing and devoré to patching and darning, techniques include: Fragmentation of materials, text and image. Repair using darning and patching along with pins, tape, adhesive and plaster. The Japanese concepts of wabi-sabi (finding beauty in imperfection) and mottainai (using every last scrap). Using salvaged and recycled materials, and repurposing household items. Methods of distressing and manipulating surfaces including weathering, abrasion, burning, piercing, staining and burying. Collage, working in a series and collecting fragments. Beautifully illustrated with Shelley's own pieces alongside those of other leading artists, this fascinating book is the ideal companion for any textile artist wanting to bring notions of fragility, fragmentation and repair into their own work.
Download or read book Interpreting Themes in Textile Art written by Els Van Baarle and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2017-08-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inspirational and practical book on how to interpret and collaborate on different themes in textile art. With foreword by Marie-Therese Wisniowski, who runs Art Quill Studio. This stunning collection showcases the work produced by renowned textile artists Els van Baarle and Cherilyn Martin, and explores how – even when working from the same starting point – textile art can produce a myriad interpretations of shape, form, colour and technique. Els and Cherilyn have chosen six themes for their own starting point, each full of inspiration and artistic potential: Memory (both personal experiences and historical events); Graven (cemetery) images and idols; Books as objects; Pompeii and archaeological excavations; Walls; and Everyday items. For each of the themes the authors have provided a personal interpretation of the work and a description of the techniques they used, along with step-by-step instructions. In the chapter on memory, for example, Cherilyn demonstrates how old fabrics and textiles (which themselves have a unique history all of their own) can be recycled to incorporate your own stitched drawings. Alternatively, Els explores Procion Dye techniques to create colourful and striking fabrics that bear no resemblance to Els work on the same theme. The trend for collaborative textile art is increasing in popularity. This fascinating guide provides a rich seam of inspiration from two renowned artists, exploring how to get the most from your collaborations and produce beautiful and unique work.
Download or read book Mixed Media Explorations written by Beryl Taylor and published by Interweave. This book was released on 2006-06 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a sense of humor and creative abandon, this guide shows how surprisingly easy it is to turn fabric, paper, stitch, and embellishment into artistic treasures to keep and share. Step-by-step instructions for making projects such as greeting cards, wall hangings, and books are provided, while the latest mixed-media products and techniques are also used, including embroidery stitches, etching, burning, metallic threads, paints, embed fibers, and found objects. Basic design principles are also employed, such as layering, highlighting motifs, and creating grids to give art depth and meaning.
Download or read book Fabric Surface Design written by Cheryl Rezendes and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents step-by-step instructions for creating surface designs on fabric using textile paints and printing ink, and includes tips on such techniques as stamping, silkscreen, image transfer, marbling, and Japanese shibori.
Download or read book Dimensional Cloth written by Andra F. Stanton and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2018-06-28 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sculpture is no longer limited to materials like stone or metal. Sculpting in fabric is shown in ingenious detail here, with more than 350lavish photographs of 3-D cloth configurations along with insightful profiles of the 78artists who created them. The images and text capture the currents that are powering these works, like the do-it-yourself (DIY) movement established in the 1990s and the current revival of the revolutionary sculptural cloth of the 1960s. Works are approached through five themes: investigating nature, capturing the ephemeral, playing with space, telling a story, and "Take Heed." In her foreword, renowned fiber art expert Josephine Stealey helps us put this art form in context, from its origins in 1880 England's arts and craft movement to today. This is essential reading and inspiration for collectors, students, home artists, and anyone who appreciates innovative artwork.
Download or read book Textile Techniques in Metal written by Arline M. Fisch and published by Lark Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Textile Techniques in Metal', Arline Fisch describes in detail the application of the fibre techniques to precious and non-precious metals, and then goes on to describe the tools and materials required.
Download or read book Fabulous Woven Jewelry written by Mary Hettmansperger and published by Lark Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides instructions for creating a variety of earrings, bracelets, pins, and necklaces using unusual techniques and diverse materials.
Download or read book Art Cloth written by Jane Dunnewold and published by Interweave. This book was released on 2010-07-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Jane Dunnewold's book Complex Cloth was published in 1996, it quickly became the bible of surface design for fiber artists. In the years since, the world of surface design has significantly expanded: now fiber artists, art-to-wear designers, and art quilters have a much broader range of surface design products to choose from, and there are a wealth of technique combinations that can be used to create art cloth. Art Cloth picks up where Complex Cloth left off, showing how to layer processes with the latest products to create stunning cloth for use in a variety of fiber art. Following Jane's techniques with step-by-step photography, you will learn to create art cloth using dyes, color removing agents, paints, and foils combined through processes that include silk-screen printing, stamping, stenciling, and handpainting. In addition to detailed step-by-step wet-media surface design techniques, Jane demonstrates how the use of color and design contribute to successful layering. She guides and inspires artists to take their art cloth to the next level through sidebars with design tips and exercises that support the technical information. Finally, each technique chapter concludes with project ideas for the skills learned, so anyone working through the book can literally build layers on cloth as each chapter is completed.
Download or read book Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop written by Karen Karon and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2012-08-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the ultimate technique-based guide for one of the top trends in jewelry making--chain maille. In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop, you'll find more than two dozen techniques for making today's most popular chain maille weaves--from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate Dragonscale. Jewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth, step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring. You'll also get a thorough but flexible approach to techniques that prove weaving can be done in a multitude of ways and demonstrations on "speed weaving," which is ideal for large projects. Designs progressively increase in complexity, so every jewelry maker--beginner or pro--will find inspiration and projects that suite their skill level. What's more to love? Every chapter provides a unique jewelry project and a plethora of design advice, visual inspiration, shortcuts, tips, and tricks, as well as guidance for attaching clasps and findings. It's no wonder that Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop is the ideal resource for innovation and originality in chain maille jewelry making.
Download or read book Layered Tattered and Stitched written by Ruth Rae and published by North Light Books. This book was released on 2009-11-26 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tear, Burn & Stitch Your Way to Beautiful Fabric Art Learn how to create fabric art with incredible depth and meaning in Layered, Tattered & Stitched. Mixed-media artist Ruth Rae expands your creativity as she shows you how to singe, tear, stain, later and stitch fabric and paper for amazing texture and visual interest. Explore both traditional and atypical sewing techniques combined with collage, beading and photo transfers to make gifts, wall hangings, accessories and more. Layered, Tattered & Stitched will inspire you with: 18+ artistic projects ranging from unusual greeting cards and gift wrap to art dolls, banners and apparel Clearly explained steps with photos for all projects Thorough instructions for a wide range of techniques Suggestions for expanding your creative process by working with poetry and symbolic objects Treat yourself to an amazing fabric art workshop with Layered, Tattered & Stitched.
Download or read book The Art of Prehistoric Textile Making written by Karina Grömer and published by . This book was released on with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Textiles, textile production and clothing were essentials of living in prehistory, locked into the system of society at every level "social, economic and even religious. Textile crafts not only produced essential goods for everyday use, most notably clothing, but also utilitarian objects as well as representative and luxury items. Prehistoric clothing and their role in identity creation for the individual and for the group are also addressed by means of archaeological finds from Stone the Iron Age in Central Europe.
Download or read book Paper Metal Leaf Lamination written by Claire Benn and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a guide to understanding the lamination process. Follow the basic instructions and use the photographs as inspiration. Once you understand how lamination works, you can experiment with the possibilities or pursue your own ideas.
Download or read book Making Fabric Jewelry written by Marthe Le Van and published by Lark Books (NC). This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fabric Jewellery Making.
Download or read book Stitch Stories written by Cas Holmes and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2015-08-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The events of your life, from local walks to exotic trips, can provide endless inspiration for textile art. This inspiring book shows you how to record your experiences, using sketchbooks, journals and photography, to create personal narratives that can form a starting point for more finished stitched-textile pieces. Acclaimed textile artist and teacher Cas Holmes, whose work is often inspired by her life and the journeys she makes, helps you find inspiration through your own life and explains how to record what you see in sketchbooks and journals, which can often become beautiful objects in themselves. She explains how you can use photography, both as documentation and as inspiration, and sometimes incorporate it into the work itself, along with found objects and ephemera. Throughout the book are useful techniques that can be harnessed to add extra interest to your work, such as methods for making layered collages, how to 'sketch' with stitch, and advice on design and colour. If you want to create beautiful, unique work inspired by your life and travels, this is the perfect book for you.
