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Printing by Hand: A Modern Guide to Printing with Handmade Stamps, Stencils, and Silk Screens |  | Author: Lena Corwin Creator: Thayer Allyson Gowdy Publisher: STC Craft/A Melanie Falick Book Category: Book
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Media: Spiral-bound Edition: Spi Pages: 144 Number Of Items: 1 Shipping Weight (lbs): 2 Dimensions (in): 9.5 x 9.2 x 1
ISBN: 1584796723 Dewey Decimal Number: 745.5 EAN: 9781584796725
Publication Date: August 1, 2008 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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It’s the natural inconsistencies—the accidental differences between one finished piece and another—that make hand-printed fabrics, papers, furniture, and works of art so interesting. The quirks are what show the maker’s intimate involvement in the process, and it’s that unique quality that first attracted textile designer and illustrator Lena Corwin to hand-printing. Even though decorative prints are more in vogue than ever, there was until now no up-to-date hand-printing guide—no single source explaining the tools and materials that are used today, or reflecting a contemporary aesthetic. Corwin has given us that guide. Using step-by-step instructions and up-close photos, Corwin teaches crafters everything they need to know to master stamping, stenciling, and screen printing, from making their own printing devices to trouble-shooting when plans go awry. Her inimitable collection of projects ranges from stamped stationery and simple-to-sew pouches, to stenciled tote bags and furniture, to screen-printed bed linens and upholstery fabric. There’s even a silk-screened dog bed. The author has created original artwork for each project (full-size patterns are included in an envelope at the back of the book), so that every crafter can achieve the same beautiful results. Or maybe not quite the same. Remember: It’s the subtle differences that make hand-printing so special and alluring.
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Good, helpful book March 9, 2010 H. Tran I waited untill I actually used this book to write a review.
I like it a lot. She explains what type of ink you should use on what type of fabric and which technique to use, all on a handy chart. This is very handy and helpful when deciding on what to do with a project at hand. I decided to do some stenciling on canvas. I found the book to be helpful on what materials to buy (she even explains why you use it) and the technique. The only problem for me is that she uses fogged mylar and I cannot find that anywhere. I found clear ones but I wish she would have listed where (the references on the back were not of much help) but everything else I could find at an art store or Hobby Lobby/Michaels.
The projects included in the book are really cute too. I'm going to try and make a baby blanket for my cousin.
Hands down favorite craft book yet! February 8, 2010 M. Olson (St. Paul MN) I have been wanting to enter in the world of printing fabric, but had no idea where to start (what fabric, what paint).
This book not only clearly describes how to do a handful of painting techniques, it does it in such a clear/helpful way. There is no guessing involved, the author has put down all the information you need to know.
I highly suggest this book if you are interested in learning how to print (fabrics, papers, etc). This is a truly great book.
Great intro to practical printing! January 31, 2010 E. Thilges (ashevile, nc) Saw this one at an art museum gift shop -couldn't wait to get on Amazon and buy it! So useful!
printing October 1, 2009 H. Wilkinson Fantastic book. Beautifully presented and easy to follow information. Now I just need the time to experiment!
informative September 28, 2009 Sami Lynn (Wisconsin) Great pictures showing the process of printing by hand....directions are easily understood.
Overall the explaination of this whole process was really good. And what a great surprise to see the designs used throughout the book are included with the book.
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