Stitch, Fabric & Thread: An inspirational guide for creative stitchers
Author: Healey, ElizabethBrand: Search PressColor: TanEdition: IllustratedBinding: PaperbackFormat: IllustratedNumber Of Pages: 160Release Date: 24-01-2017model number: 9781782212850Part Number: 9781782212850Details: Experiment with stitch, fabric and thread to create your own unique textiles. This inventive book is a treasure trove of over 40 inspiring practical exercises, a rich and creative exploration of fabric and stitch, and a fascinating all-round read. Elizabeth Healey's approach to sewing is that it should be fun, and not like a chore or an exam we need to excel in. Her aim is to simply encourage you to pick up a needle and thread and get sewing! The exercises draw inspiration from around the world: create corded works of art inspired by Milton Glaser's iconic Bob Dylan poster; create bold embroidered African masks; layer up and cut away to create Mola applique; use bleach and fabric paint to create Aboriginal dreamtime lizards; create knotted works of art inspired by ancien