Embellish, Stitch, Felt by Sheila Smith

Embellish, Stitch, Felt by Sheila Smith

This book presents new felting techniques ideal for textile artists. It covers the new dry felting techniques with the hand needle punch and the hugely popular new Embellisher machines. These mess-free techniques open up a range of felts ideal for textile artists. The book also covers the use of commercial needle punch felt for fashion and design. 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: dry needle felting - from hand needle punch, through Embellisher machine felt to ready-made commercial needle punch felt; felted fashion - covering felt mixed with fabric, nuno felt to make scarves and bags; stitching and felt - including smocking, beads and faux chenille; and basic felting techniques.It also covers the new dry-felt techniques, including the popular Embellisher machine. The book features new techniques that are much sought after in the textile world; fashion application for scarves and bags; and embellishment ideas for felt suitable for all textile artists.

Oct 08

Those looking for inspiring ideas on how to use an embellisher machine and needle felting techniques will love this bookBeautifully photographed throughout, it explores different methods and materials to create a whole host of exciting tactile fabrics that can be further decorated with stitching, beading and hand embroidery. Detailed samples and instructions will guide the reader through the necessary steps to achieve some amazing textured fabrics that can be made into bags, book covers, cushions and fashion accessories. In addition to creating background fabrics, decorative techniques include appliqué, tucks, weaving, smocking and crazy patchwork. There are useful tips on using recycled fabrics, combining wet felting methods and adding colours and dyes. A glossary of terms adds clarity and a handy suppliers list will help source what's needed.

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Sheila Smith is an experienced feltmaker who teaches in the UK and around the world, most recently 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 lives in Thirsk, North Yorkshire.

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ISBN 13	9781906388058
ISBN 10	1906388059
Title	Embellish, Stitch, Felt
Author	Sheila Smith
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Batsford Ltd
Year published	2008-08-01
Number of pages	128
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.