Creative Ways With Fibre & Stitch [Paperback]

Sue Bleiweiss (Author), Terri Stegmiller (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 12, 2009

Here in one volume is a compilation of projects and articles by Sue Bleiweiss & Terri Stegmiller of www.threecreativestudios.com from the first six issues of their online mixed media fiber arts zine Fibre&Stitch. Learn how to add color to fabrics with easy fabric painting techniques and sun painting and then use your fabric to create a tote bag, quilted message board, fabric journal and even greeting cards. Terri shows you how to paint a quilt and how to make one from paper as well as using tabbed index cards to create fun and functional books . Sue creates a box from candy wrappers and shows you how to turn a paper bag into a faux leather surface. Explore working with Abaca paper, alcohol inks and painted fusible web. Learn how to create a gorgeous textured surface by shrinking fabrics together and then use up all your throw- away fabric scraps to create a set of coasters. This book is packed with techniques and projects for all level of crafters!

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About the Author

Visit Sue Bleiweiss on the web at www.suebleiweiss.com

Product Details

• Paperback: 114 pages
• Publisher: CreateSpace (January 12, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1440489157
• ISBN-13: 978-1440489150
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.8 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #938,989 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have for crafters!, February 19, 2009

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Wendy Bayer - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creative Ways With Fibre & Stitch (Paperback)

This book is amazing. It is packed FULL of inspirational projects. Each of the projects (about 15 of them), look so professional I would never belive I could actually make them......but the instructions are so clear and the big color photos guide you every step of the way. I know I can make these projects, and can't wait to begin!! The projects are new and fresh, and inspire me to create even more using the techniques taught in this book. The authors have done an amazing job....I highly recommend buying several copies....one for yourself and one for any of your friends who enjoy the fiber arts. Anyone would be thrilled to receive this treasure as a gift!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Down to earth creativity., March 4, 2009

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Marme "Reader and Listener" (SLC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Creative Ways With Fibre & Stitch (Paperback)

Creative projects and artistic endeavors often paralyze me. This book is so simply detailed and clearly written, that I find myself sailing through these non-fail projects, humming to myself. This book has truly unblocked my creativity, and I'm grateful these delightful teachers are so willing to share their secrets.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Projects!, February 20, 2009

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J. Hartman - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creative Ways With Fibre & Stitch (Paperback)

I am familiar with the work of Sue Bleiweiss and Terri Stegmiller, but the projects in this book really blew me away! The tote bag made with dyed rayon velvet is gorgeous, and there are clear directions for making this, as well as great boxes, a painted canvas tote and fabric wrap journals. I really liked the attention given to fabric painting and text on textiles, and I can't wait to try the scrappy wrapped coasters. The book is full of beautiful projects and the inspiring photos are terrific!