Print Magic: Creating Crafts Using Digital Photos & Art - Softcover

Bradley, Helen

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1580112714 ISBN 13: 9781580112710

Publisher: Creative Arts & Crafts, 2005

Synopsis

With an increased popularity in the use of computers, digital cameras, and software, crafters can now create intricate artwork and customize digital projects with their home computers. Print Magic! shows how to use the latest technology to create unique, memorable pieces with professional results. The easy-to-follow instructions guide readers through simple, step-by-step projects, from children's windows and table placemats to memory quilts and advent calendars. With a few clicks of the mouse, readers can turn one-dimensional ideas into vivid, three-dimensional creations that are sure to put a new spin on traditional handcrafts.

About this title

About the Author

Helen Bradley is a connoisseur of digital crafting and has turned her hobby into a job. She writes columns on digital photography and scrapbooking for publications including Digital Photo Effects, Digital Camera Essentials, Memory Makers, informIT, Scrapbook Inspirations and PaperCraft Inspirations. She has written two other craft books, 25 Hands on Projects for Microsoft Word for PC and Mac (3rd Ed.) and 25 Special Occasion Projects for Microsoft Word. She resides in California.

From the Back Cover

Print Magic

Print Magic is the practical and inspirational guide to using today s technology to create pretty projects for displaying, giving, and wearing. With Print Magic, an ordinary digital camera and computer can magically transform your printer into an artist s tool so that you can create fun, personalized gifts, accessories, and decorations.

? Over 30 one-of-a-kind projects, such as a Pop-Art T-shirt, earrings, a memory box, a mirror, pillows, frames, bags, a bicycle, and much, much more

? Over 450 inspirational and instructional full-color photographs

? User-friendly directions accompanied by step-by-step illustrations, perfect for all techno-crafters whether beginner or veteran

? Inventive techniques using printable fabrics and novelty papers

? Professional tips to help prevent mistakes and provide extra guidance

? Resource guide, comprehensive glossary and index

From the Inside Flap

With an increased popularity in the use of computers, digital cameras, & software, crafters can now create intricate artwork and customize digital projects with their home computers. Print Magic! shows how to use the latest technology to create unique, memorable pieces with professional results. The easy-to-follow instructions guide readers through simple, step-by-step projects, from children's windows and table placemats to memory quilts and advent calendars. With a few clicks of the mouse, readers can turn one-dimensional ideas into vivid three-dimensional creations that are sure to put a new spin on tradtional handcrafts.

Edition details

• Publisher: Creative Arts & Crafts
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1580112714
• ISBN 13: 9781580112710
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160