Flower pounding is a simple, traditional technique for transferring leaf and flower patterns, colors and shapes to cloth. This popular technique can be done instantly by even novice crafters and requires no expensive equipment or materials. This book, by the author of the bestselling craft title Natural Dyes, explains basic methods and techniques from plant samples to fabric to how to secure the materials and how to apply enough force with a household hammer to give depth and dimension to your work. The book also explains extension exercises in leaf printing, appliqué and flower trapping and how to add further detail using embroidery or quilting to create spectacular one-of-a-kind original work.
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Linda Rudkin is a noted lecturer and teaches courses and workshops. He is the author of the bestselling book NATURAL DYES in the Textile Handbooks series.
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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Leading on from the author's first book, Natural Dyes, this is a general introduction to flower pounding, a very simple and traditional technique for transferring leaf and flower patterns, colours and shapes to cloth. The results are instant, and no complicated or expensive equipment is required. It can be done simply with the plant matter, fabric, fixings for securing the material, and a hammer. Extension exercises in the form of leaf printing, applique and flower trapping are included because each of these techniques adds dimension and depth to the design. Further detail can be added using embroidery or quilting. Basic methods and techniques are introduced, and then the reader is encouraged to create their own work. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Artikel-Nr. GOR003349262
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