Synopses & Reviews
Create stunning pieces of textile jewelry and accessories using simple techniques for machine stitching painted silk, yarn, and thread on water-dissolvable fabric. With step-by-step instructions and pattern templates provided throughout, these projects for making jewelry, bags, shawls, and jackets are perfect for beginning crafters. From casual wear to evening wear, these techniques can be applied to a variety of projects to create unique items by varying the colors and textures of the materials.
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"If I hadn't been sent this book for review, I would have bought it! The items in here are truly beautiful and transform any outfit into something truly special." MyShelf.com
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"No special skills are required for this unique, youthful and stylish collection which includes jewellery, bags, shawls and jackets." Sew Today
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"Browsing this book, the eye is caught by the amazing illustrations of textile jewellery and wearable art." Flair
Synopsis
Hannelore Koch's unique and stylish designs for jewellery, bags, shawls and jackets require no special skills - all the methods are clearly explained and involve simply combining painted silk, yarns and threads, and machine stitching them on to a background of water-soluble stabiliser. The results, however, are stunning. Use them to complement a casual look or evening wear, or create your own style with your own choice of colour and texture. Full, step-by-step instructions are provided for all the projects, and patterns and templates where required.
Synopsis
Create stunning pieces of textile jewellery and accessories using simple techniques based on water-soluble stabiliser.
About the Author
Hannelore Koch is a textile artist who specializes in painting on silk and working with silk in fashion design.