Patchwork Folk Art: Using Applique And Quilting Techniques book by Janet Bolton, Sandra Lousada

Janet Bolton, Sandra Lousada

ISBN 10: 0806913207 / ISBN 13: 9780806913209

Published by Sterling Pub Co Inc, 1995

About this Item

Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. Images are beautiful bright and vivid. Spine faded. No notes or highlighting. See images. Fantastic book. About the book >.>.> You can compose beautiful works of patchwork folk art. In this inviting and practical introduction, internationally celebrated appliqu? artist Janet Bolton helps you explore the creative potential of this traditional pastime. Every fascinating step of picture making is covered, with plenty of watercolors, illustrations, and eye-catching examples of Janet Bolton's extraordinary work. From fabric selection and composition to exciting techniques for free-hand cutting and stitching, to choosing the perfect finishing touches and frame, she makes the entire process seem easy. Full-size templates are provided for those who would like to reproduce Janet Bolton's wonderfully charming farmyard, floral, and seaside scenes. Those who prefer to reach into their own imagination to create completely original pictures will find all the guidance, inspiration, and helpful hints they need. So pull out your scrap bags, button collections, and ribbon baskets, and get ready. Seller Inventory # Batch-FM329-VG-8020

Bibliographic Details

Title: Patchwork Folk Art: Using Applique And ...

Publisher: Sterling Pub Co Inc

Publication Date: 1995

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis:

An introduction to creating patchwork folk art offers examples of the author's work and covers fabric selection, composition, techniques for cutting and stitching, finishing touches, and framing

About the Author:

Janet Bolton lives in London and has written two books for children, My Grandmother's Patchwork Quilt and Noah's Ark. Since 1985 Janet's compositions have been featured in exhibitions world, - wide The Works Gallery in Philadelphia, Gayle Wilson Galleries, in the Hamptons, New York; Takashimaya, Tokyo and many others.  Janet is also a lecturer and holds regular open workshops in the UK and is often invited to other countries