Exploring Textile Arts The Ultimate Guide to Manipulating, Coloring, and Embellishing Fabrics

Design Your Own Masterpiece Fabrics Whether you're an ardent quilter, a seasoned sewer, or a novice, let Exploring Textile Arts lift your talents and dreams to a higher level. Discover in step-by-step detail how to transform ordinary fabrics from ho hum to Wow! using cutting-edge techniques and products. These are the same techniques used by nationally known fabric artists-many of their creations are showcased inside. Unlock their secrets as you enjoy your own journey of creative explorations! Here are some of the techniques you'll learn: * Felting * Pin Weaving * Quilting and Trapunto * Pleating and Texturizing * Stitched Designs and Applique * Openwork and Thread Lace * Devore * Stamping, Stenciling, and Screen Printing * Serti * Sun Printing * Photo Transfer * Foiling and Beadwork Become a skilled fabric artist with this comprehensive guidebook as your personal trainer.Creative Publishing International Editors is the author of 'Exploring Textile Arts The Ultimate Guide to Manipulating, Coloring, and Embellishing Fabrics', published 2002 under ISBN 9781589230484 and ISBN 1589230485.