The Rubber Stamper's Bible [Paperback]

Francoise Read (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2005

The ultimate rubber stamping workshop at your fingertips - an exciting blend of 19 innovative projects, boundless inspiration and sound how-to advice. Rubber stampers of all abilities will find themselves turning to The Rubber Stamper's Bible time and time again for essential how-to advice, design tips, projects to make and inspiration that will take their creations to new levels. Talented crafter Francoise Read takes the reader from the must-know basics of tools, materials and key rubber stamping techniques, through to her design and layout secrets. She then moves on to the technique-led projects that introduce new and unusual methods that beginners and intermediate crafters will love, but also ensures a creative level that will inspire and challenge even the most experienced rubber stampers.

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About the Author

Francoise Read has been stamping for over 11 years, has and designed over 300 stamps for the UK and US craft markets. She has launched, among several craft materials, a paper collection for Paper Adventures. She contributes stamping and general papercrafting projects regularly to Crafts Beautiful, plus Craft Stamper and Practical Crafts, and demonstrates for retail and trade shows. This is her second book, but the first for D&C. She lives in Reading, Berkshire, UK.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: David & Charles (May 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0715318519
• ISBN-13: 978-0715318515
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #406,980 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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64 of 64 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for rubber stamping novices, November 28, 2005

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peggy (california) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Rubber Stamper's Bible (Paperback)

I rarely take the time to write a review, but after purchasing this book, I had to take the time to do so because it really is one of the most comprehensive ones available for rubber stamping. I have examined at least twenty books on rubber stamping, and this one was definitely the best out of the entire bunch. Very useful information, good instructions and suggestions. The book is easy to use and categories are grouped together very well. As a new stamper, I was a bit overwhelmed by all the products available, and this book streamlines the information so well. Excellent ideas for you to be creative with as well!

56 of 57 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Rubber stamper's Bible by Francoise Read, August 9, 2005

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Linda Hansen-fisher (PA- USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Rubber Stamper's Bible (Paperback)

This is VERY valuable for any stamper experienced as well as novice. I loved it and bought an extra book for a friends' birthday.
Concise explanation of different techniques, from bleaching, decoupage, understanding colour, masking, the use of different inks, powders, pencils etc, etc...
I know, that you would not regret buying this book. The details are followed up by excellent pictures. You would think I work for this company, but I am just a home stamper who teach cardmaking and cannot find enough praise for this book. Sincerely Linda

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Keep it near your stamping table, March 9, 2006

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MAD Writer (Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Rubber Stamper's Bible (Paperback)

After checking this book out from my local library, I decided I had to have my very own copy to refer to again and again. "The Rubber Stamper's Bible" is definitely like having your very own workshop right at your fingertips. Beginners and experienced stampers alike will find the book to be a resource for how-to advice and design tips. Beginners will love Reid's chart describing the various inkpads, which I keep on my desk, and the surfaces required for the best results, as well as the chapter called "Colour Workshop." More experienced crafters will find the technique-led projects inspiring and challenging. Read explains a project, such as masking, step-by-step. She starts with simple card, but also gives two or three more advanced examples at the end of each section.