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Textile Surface Decoration: Silk and Velvet
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
Textile Surface Decoration: Silk and Velvet
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Margo Singer
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:108 | Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 157 |
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Category/Genre | Needlework and fabric crafts |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780713669534
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Classifications | Dewey:746.6 |
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Illustrations |
Illustrations, color
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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Imprint |
A & C Black Publishers Ltd
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Publication Date |
1 June 2007 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Textile Surface Decoration: Silk and Velvet looks at different ways of decorating silks and velvets, introducing methods such as ikat, direct painting, block printing and stencilling, embroidery, needlefelting, foiling, dip dyeing and transfer dyeing. The book includes a brief history of various materials and then covers the practical requirements and techniques for surface decoration, including examples from around the world, as well as a series of projects for items you can make using decorated textiles.
Author Biography
Margo Singer has taught textiles, particularly in relation to dyeingand applique, at various levels for many years. She is also one of theauthors of the very successful book Textile Arts, A&C Black.
Reviews'This is a great title for those who enjoy experimenting with luxurious fabrics.' Sewing World (October 2007)
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