01 June 2018

£17.99

BC Paperback Flexi-binding with flaps

216x280 mm

9781782215134

9781782215134

128 pages

Search Press

The Textile Artist

The Textile Artist: Layered and Stitched Pictures

by Katie Essam

Katie Essam's fresh, modern style uses unique combinations of traditional techniques, and in this book she shows you how to create beautiful textile art inspired by the beauty in everyday objects.

Stretch your imagination and be inspired by Katie's fun, innovative ideas; learn how to draw inspiration from the animals, birds, gardens, beach huts and scenes that surround you; and use that inspiration as the fuel you need to create gorgeous stitched pictures.

 

Book Contents

Introduction 6
Materials 10
Before you start 18
Setting up your machine 20
Beach Scene 26
step-by-step project
Finding ideas and inspiration 38
Planning 40
Appliqué Hare 48
step-by-step project
Paint and stitch 62
Blue Tit 64
step-by-step project
Hen and Rooster 74
step-by-step project
Collage 90
Sewing Collage 94
step-by-step project
Choosing your own design 106
Jimmy the Cat 108
step-by-step project
Home 118
step-by-step project
Displaying your work 126
Index 128

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