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Book Reviews of Silk Painting: Techniques and Ideas

Silk Painting Techniques and Ideas
Author: Jill Kennedy, Jane Varrall
ISBN-13: 9780713483086
ISBN-10: 0713483083
Pages: 144
Edition: New Ed
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Publisher: Batsford Ltd
Book Type: Paperback
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Produce beautiful and original designs on silk even if you are not an expert. The techniques are clearly described in this book, along with a comprehensive description of all the materials and equipment needed. Practical advice is given on how to create you own clothing, accessories, furnishings and decorations. Colorful projects range from simple items such as greeting cards, photograph frames, ribbons and scarves, to more ambitious projects such as lampshades, jackets and kimonos.

Detailed instructions and diagrams show how to plan, sew and make up each project with professional looking results. All the illustrations and examples have been specially produced for this book. The superb color photographs will inspire you to create beautiful silk iems of your own.

Projects include: scarves and sarongs, camisole and tops, kimonos and jackets, ties and bow ties, cravats and hankerchiefs, jewelry, hair accessories, pomanders and potpourri bags, greeting cards, Christmas decorations.