Issued to honor the 250th anniversary of Jefferson's birth, this catalogue provides a definite assessment of him as a collector and consumer, explaining what he acquired and why, as well as how it fits into the cultural history of the early Republic. The architecture of Monticello has long received serious attention, but only with this exhibition and catalogue have its contents received equal billing. Hundreds of Jefferson's dispersed belongs were returned temporarily for this exhibit, making it look more like the home Jefferson and his family knew. With fully illustrated chapters on paintings, drawings, sculpture, furniture, silver, scientific instruments, clocks, maps, Native American artifacts, musical instruments, personal objects, etc. 472 pages. stiff paper wrappers. 4to..

The Worlds of Thomas Jefferson at Monticello

Arts & Photography

Stein, Susan

Architecture

Harry N. Abrams

The gentle arcs and endless interlocking circles of double wedding ring quilts appeal to quiltmakers of every era. With a nod to tradition and an eye for contemporary design, the quilts in this book showcase a variety of fabrics, embellishments, and applique and quilting details. Quilted wallhangings and panels employ quick rotary cutting and machine piecing techniques. Each of the 24 quilts demonstrates that innovation and tradition can coexist - and enhance each other beautifully. Clear, concise instructions for such unique techniques as burned-silk applique, one-piece arcs, and more. 15 inch double wedding ring pattern and quilting suggestions.

Double Wedding Ring Quilts: Coming Full Circle

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Crafts & Hobbies

American Quilter's Society

A comprehensive source of all the newest and most popular fiber art techniques! This technique-driven book explores a wide range of new possibilities and materials available to fabric and journal artists. Each unique technique is presented with an inspirational, full-page photo of a fabric journal page. How-to steps with photos explore all the possible results from applying the technique. The reader can create journal pages and/or quilt blocks, which can be sewn together to make one large journal quilt, matted and framed individually, displayed on a meditation screen, or used as book pages sewn into a traditional journal format. Full-page fabric journal block to introduce each technique Step-by-step photos for exploring and executing the technique Gallery showing ways to display and use the fabric journal blocks Great value. Like two years of classes rolled into one book. Beautiful "journal page" opens each of 28 technique chapters All techniques are easily mastered by anyone. No complex dying involved. All products are readily available at craft, fabric, and quilt shops.

Fabric Art Workshop: Exploring Techniques & Materials for Fabric Artists and Quilters

Painting

Creative Publishing International

Fabric Art Projects shows crafters how to alter and embellish plain fabric, then use it to create useful and decorative items for fashion and home décor. 
It is a technique and project book all rolled in one. The project steps teach the technique as part of the process. Readers can use different fabric art techniques to make various projects.

Fabric Art Projects: Fashion and Decor Items Made From Artfully Altered Fabric

Fashion

Quarry Books

Individuality is key in today's DIY trends. Whether creating fabric art, sewing clothes, making home décor items, or quilting, people are looking for ways to make their projects unique and self-expressive. Fabric choices have narrowed and it certainly is not cheaper to sew than buy ready to use items, so when someone wants to use fabric to make something, their reasons are very often for the pure creative enjoyment of the craft. This is their comprehensive, how-to reference book illustrating all aspects of fabric art and manipulation. Artist galleries are included for inspiration.

The Complete Photo Guide to Textile Art: *All You Need to Know to Alter and Embellish Fabric *The Essential Reference for Novice and Expert Fabric ... Instructions for More Than 40 Techniques

The Complete Fabric Artist's Workshop is a comprehensive source of all the newest and most popular fiber art techniques! It is a compilation of the best of Fabric Art Projects (Creative Publishing international, 2009) and Fabric Art Workshop (Creative Publishing international, 2007). This technique-driven book explores a wide range of new possibilities and materials available to fabric and journal artists. Each unique technique is presented with brilliant photography and step-by-step instructions. Experiments lead to discoveries. Amaze yourself with exciting fabrics you can fashion, using everyday products and the newest materials on the market. Then turn your works of art into a journal, a quilt, a wall hanging, a garment—whatever you desire. The Complete Fabric Artist’s Workshop teaches techniques for altering the character and color of fabric to create truly personal pieces. Watch spontaneous designs develop when you try lasagna painting, monoprinting, splash and puddle, and other unique techniques. Burn your silk, rust your cottons, and distress your felt. For each technique, Susan has designed a project that makes the most of your newly crafted fabric. Fuse Angelina fibers into a colorful collage to wrap around plain jars or vases. Send your friends one-of-a-kind fabric postcards made with painted fusible web. Give the dining room cozy ambience with gossamer silk candle covers and monoprinted placemats. Go to work in style with your brayer-printed lunch bag and a quilted, painted folder briefcase. Accessorize an outfit with a designer necklace made of unique fabric beads or drape your neck with a to-die-for rust-dyed scarf. Whether you are an accomplished fabric artist or a novice who's eager to learn, you’ll find The Complete Fabric Artist's Workshop extremely helpful and inspiring.

The Complete Fabric Artist's Workshop: Exploring Techniques and Materials for Creating Fashion and Decor Items from Artfully Altered Fabric

This comprehensive how-to book explores all the concepts and techniques involved in creating art quilts, including composition and design; making whole-cloth, pieced, and appliquéd art quilts; fabric manipulation and surface design; quilting/stitching; embellishing; and working in a series. Readers will find easy access to information with step-by-step directions and hundreds of full-color photos for clear understanding. Easy projects provide opportunities for the reader to try the techniques, and galleries of art quilts by various fabric artists offer beautiful examples and enticing inspiration.

The Complete Photo Guide to Art Quilting

Choose from among five fresh designs to create a perfect quilt for the sweet baby in your life. Baby quilts are irresistible projects. They're fun to create and, if made well, can last to cuddle generations of little charmers. The five baby quilts in this book are bright, colorful, and each have their own distinct style. There are three quilts designed by Sharon Hultgren: one with a sailboat theme, one with a heart theme, and one in a diamond theme. The two quilts designed by Susan Stein include magic stars and puzzle blocks. Each project includes a full-page color photo, materials list, step-by-step instructions, diagrams for construction, and any necessary templates. Designer's tips along the way make sure you can complete your quilt to perfection.

Quilts for Baby: Complete Instructions for 5 Projects

Hultgren, Sharon

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