Popular illustrator and stamper Geninne Zlatkis has a passion for nature and color that distinguishes her work. These 20 beautiful projects--including cards, an embellished journal and tote, and decorative wall pieces--provide the keys to Geninne's creative process and image-making process. In addition to technique-specific primers with step-by-step photos of the essentials, Making an Impression includes 50 motifs showcasing Geninne's signature designs that crafters can copy and use for image transfers, stamp designs, and collages.
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"Zlatkis's bold, folk art-inspired stamps are lovely to look at, and her enthusiasm for her craft is apparent. Crafters working with both paper and fabric will enjoy this collection." --Library Journal
"A gorgeous book. From the first page to the last, Zlatkis teaches you that with just one single idea, you can make art that sings, not shouts; art that skips, not sprints . . . From tags, stationery, wrapping paper to a garden journal and more, this book teaches you how easy and empowering the art of carving rubber can be." --Crescendoh
"(Geninne's) passion for nature and color seeps through every page, instantly grabbing the reader's attention, and her straightforward writing style encourages even the non-crafter to pick up a carving block and simple cutting tools. Talk about putting a personal stamp on your art! In just a few steps, you'll be putting YOUR stamp on everything from paper to fabric to home décor designs." --Crafts n' Things
About the Author
Geninne Zlatkis is an illustrator (etsy.com/shop/Geninne) and blogger (geninne.com). She uses a wide variety of techniques (painting, collage, writing, stamping, and more) in her whimsical work. Her illustrated prints and licensed designs have been available through Urban Outfitters, and her designs are featured on an organic cotton fabric line with Cloud 9 Fabrics and a pocket planner from Galison. Geninne's hand-carved stamped-cards project was included in Craft Hope (Lark Fall 2010). She lives outside of Mexico City in Querataro, Mexico.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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First off...if you are the least bit interested in making your own stamps, order this book right now! It's the best book I've seen written on stamp making. I've followed Geninne's blog for sometime now and always thought her artwork to be wonderful. I pre-ordered the book as soon as I saw it was available and just received it yesterday. I read the entire book!!! Yes, read each page!!! Geninne's book has so many tips, motifs and templates that you won't know where to start first! But she'll help you with that as well! Just start at the beginning of the book and follow along! That's exactly what I plan on doing!!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By Abigail
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Making an Impression is a beautiful book and is totally useful as well. The photos are amazing, giving you a glimpse into Geninne's gorgeous home and studio. The text is very easy to read, not overly technical, but still highly detailed. The book opens flat due to the binding which makes it easier to put on your worktable while you are carving. After a techniques section there are lots of projects showing you ways to use the stamps you carve. The back of the book has templates to trace if you'd like to carve stamps using Geninne's motifs, or you can carve stamps of your own design.
I carved my first stamp last night, using the instructions in this book, and now I'm totally addicted. This is a new craft for me and I'm in love thanks to Geninne's beautiful book!
I carved my first stamp last night, using the instructions in this book, and now I'm totally addicted. This is a new craft for me and I'm in love thanks to Geninne's beautiful book!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By B. Taroni
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I just received the book, and am already thrilled with it. I am totally familiar with Gennine's artwork, but her stamping art is new to me.
For anyone who has been thinking about trying stamp carving ,go for it! I have carved some and enjoyed it in the past but now I am certainly going to do more. A really beautiful book, with tons of unique ideas. find her blog on line , and discover a delightful artist who is willing to share her talent and techniques. P.S. the carving process is not hard to do.
For anyone who has been thinking about trying stamp carving ,go for it! I have carved some and enjoyed it in the past but now I am certainly going to do more. A really beautiful book, with tons of unique ideas. find her blog on line , and discover a delightful artist who is willing to share her talent and techniques. P.S. the carving process is not hard to do.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great photos & ideas!
This book was very inspirational in my quest to make my own stamps :) It has tons of pics & examples on easy-difficult stamp ideas. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Kaylie
4.0 out of 5 stars
An inspiring book
The cover had caught my eye months back and given the more than reasonable price I finally got it and I am so glad I did. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ramona
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Great book
I chose this book because I saw Geninne's page on the internet and she makes a lot of beautiful things. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Janaína Vazzoler
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Great book!
This book is so wonderful to look at! It has loads of creative projects and beautiful photos. I have not tried any of the projects, but the author definitely makes it look pretty... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Lisa Petrillo
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made an impression on me!
Cound't wait to get my copy and lovee the whole book. Read it from beginning to end. Creative, colourful, easy to follow instructions and enjoyable to read. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Helen Vorace
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful book for the crafter/artist/journaler
This is a really nicely made book with some great stamping ideas for the artist/crafter that likes whimsy/nature inspired art. Very clear instructions too on how to create stamps.
Published 2 months ago by Oleander
2.0 out of 5 stars
Best for beginners
I have been carving stamps for several years now and thought this would be a good item to pick up and broaden my horizons. Read more
Published 2 months ago by N. Viray-Fung
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very inspirational
Now I'm hooked with making stamps. The only thing I wish she could tell in the book was the other options for rubbers with more detail.
Published 2 months ago by seecute
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome
Gorgeous book, easy explanations to make beautiful impressions with own handcarved stamps. A super artful and inspirational book, I enjoyed it from first to last page.
Published 2 months ago by Judith
5.0 out of 5 stars
VERY NICE
The book arrive perfect and it is very beatifull and usefull. The colors are incredible and the price is low
Published 2 months ago by lucia sainz
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