Framing and Presenting Textile Art
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Framing and Presenting Textile Art by Annabelle Ruston
This book is aimed at both professional framers and textile artists themselves. It provides a thorough introduction to presenting and protecting original textile art. The book includes: * A glossary of useful terms * Information about choosing a good framer, conservation framing, basic framing techniques and materials for textiles. * Before you start: preliminary work to be done, correcting any imperfections, discolouration, missing stitches, etc. * Squaring needlepoint, including types of canvas, equipment needed, techniques and methods. * Stretching and mounting textile art, including lacing and other mounting techniques, fabric extensions, types of support, heavy fabrics and large pieces. * The frame itself: mouldings and build-ups, glazing, windowmounts. * Alternatives to conventional frames, e.g. acrylic domes, etc.
'Another inspiring book in the Textiles Handbook series' Marsh Newsletter (Summer 2009) '...provides all the information you need...' www.karenplatt.co.uk (June 2009) '...will provide inspiration and advice for anyone wanting to frame a piece of lace.' The Lace Guild - Sara Ruks
Annabelle Ruston is an editor for the Fine Art Trade Guild. She has also written The Artists' Guide to Selling Work and Starting Up a Gallery and Frameshop for us.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780713688085 |
| ISBN 10 | 0713688084 |
| Title | Framing and Presenting Textile Art |
| Author | Annabelle Ruston |
| Series | Textiles Handbooks |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2009-01-07 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |