Mixing the versatility of paper with the dimensional qualities of cloth, this inventive handbook to crafting with “paper-cloth” provides mixed-media artists with the knowledge to easily transform their works into collaged quilts using embellishment techniques, such as painting, stitching, needlefelting, and beading. Though the technique is inexpensive and requires less space, equipment, and skill than dyeing fabrics for quilt making, readers will learn step-by-step how the use of paper-cloth—from making the paper-cloth itself; adding color and interest to the foundation with inks, stains, paints, and glazes; texturizing; implementing printmaking techniques; and more—can allow layers of complexity and textural appeal. Common projects include art quilts, art dolls, jewelry, and artist books. Perfect for artists interested in altered art, found and recycled art, needle felting, and nontraditional elements, this original resource is the first to cross the paper and cloth mediums.
I'm a librarian and mixed media artist living in Holland, Michigan. I am a frequent contributor to Cloth Paper Scissors magazine and appear in workshops and virtual studios at the Quilting Arts-sponsored Make It University at the International Quilt Show. My work has appeared in a number of books, including Mixed Media Self Portraits by Cate Prato, Altered Paper Jewelry by Jenn Mason and 1000 Artist Trading Cards.
You can find my Quilting Arts Workshop DVD titled "Stitch Imagery" on the Interweave site at www.interweavestore.com/Quilting/Video.html and on Amazon. View a clip of the action here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wl-7Taavetg
