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Merseyside Embroiderers Guild:This book gives a very interesting overview of designs and techniques by contemporary Felt Artists. It is so interesting to see the thought processes behind the artists work as well as their methods of using fibres. The examples shown are beautiful and inspiring and there is plentiful information about the making process to encourage anyone with an interest in constructing fabric from scratch to have a go. The Gallery of designs shows items as diverse as clothing, boots(!) hats and jewellery. This is a good read for all felt motivated textile people.Workshop on the Web:Felt is really 'in' just now and lots of books are appearing on the subject. This one is just a little bit different in that there is more to the design and the projects are more interesting than usual. They are all by different artists, giving a wider dimension to the book. A box at the beginning of each project gives information on the techniques used. The embellisher machine lends itself to felting, so this might be a good book for moving on from fabrics. In the introduction, we learn about felting around a ball, which is then used to make hats - definitely a step above the usual felted hats and look as though they would be great fun to make. A lot of three-dimensional work is considered in the projects: more hats, vessels, jewellery, panels, garlands and a lovely cascading collar. Three-dimensional flowers with wired edged are fun and somehow manage to make felt look floaty and ethereal. There are also waistcoats, dresses, and a very nice cape. Although I'm not a fan of projects in general, these all have the purpose of teaching new techniques. A section on the basics of felt is limited to a couple of pages at the back of the book, so this it probably not for absolute beginners, although all the techniques are explained well.
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Felt artist Carol Huber Cypher takes readers behind the scenes in search of the techniques and inspirations that define the best contemporary feltmakers. In this beautifully photographed book, images of signature works by iconic fiber artists are complemented by in-depth information on creating their unique effects.Beginning with an iconic project, the technique of felting around a ball that artist Beth Beede made famous and taught throughout the world, the book continues with more than 20 artists and highlights diverse forms, including hats, capes, a dress, bags, slippers, jewelry, rugs, pillows, a curtain, an ottoman, and other decorative pieces, plus vessels, hanging installations, a felted chess set, and other art forms.In addition to practical information on creating the pieces shown, each project is accompanied by biographical information and insights into the artist's own inspiration.You will be inspired to make artful felt. Ithelps you learn behind the scenes technique information to produce felt effects. You will become familiar with the work of the best contemporary felt artists.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
to give a book the title 'how we felt' and then to provide little practical advice is disappointing and misleading. If you are not a beginner however, this book has some interesting projects and ideas.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is an exciting book to look at. The instructions are easy to follow and the projects are varied and help move your felting on to another level. I would say it is not for the beginner, other than to inspire. This book will broaden your skills and abilities
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is packed with lots of ideas & projects - many of the them for the advanced feltmaker, but inspiring even if you are just starting out. It is colourful and concise and gives a real insight into how the experts do it!
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inspiring book
This is a "how to" book, but more importantly it is also a "make you want to felt" book! An excellent selection of diverse projects, and information about leaders in the felting... Read more
Published on 19 May 2010 by teribus
we would like to know how you felt
There are some wonderful projects and ideas in this book. It would have been better if the instructions incorporated more how-to photos. Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2010 by K. Platt
feltastic!
What a lovely book. This book oozes designs from contemporary felt artists. Very inspirational and made in a wide variety of applications (cushion, flower, scarf, hat etc). Read more
Published on 27 Sep 2009 by Irma B-B
One of the Best
Along with Sheila Smiths books this is indispensable. It is like being able to be with fibre artists in their studios watching them work. Read more
Published on 4 Dec 2007 by Emma Fountain-Hewitt
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