Title:
The crafter's guide to patterns : create and use your own patterns for gift wrap, stationery, tiles, and more / Jessica Swift.
ISBN:
9781454709053
Personal Author:
Publication Information:
New York : Lark, [2015]
Physical Description:
144 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm
General Note:
"Includes 20 free pattern motifs to adapt and use"--Cover.
Includes index.
Contents:
Planning patterns. Sourcing inspiration -- Color -- Pattern and layout types -- Making patterns -- Using patterns. Fabric -- Gift wrap -- Stationery -- Packaging -- In the home -- Reference. Resources.
Summary:
Design your own well-constructed patterns by hand! Aimed at crafters who need the skills to turn their creative ideas into reality, this easy-to-follow guide covers everything from finding inspiration and choosing colors to creating backgrounds, borders, and full-scale repeats. Step-by-step tutorials explain all the basics and show how to apply the patterns to multiple surfaces, including fabric, giftwrap, stencils, tiles, and more. Interviews with contemporary crafters plus stunning galleries offer a wealth of inspiration-AND you get 20 free motifs to download and adapt!
OCLC Number:
ocn905545725
Availability:
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