On the Surface: Thread Embellishment & Fabric Manipulation
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Author: Wendy Hill
ISBN: 1571200320
Number of Pages: 144
Publication Date: 1997-11
Publisher: C&T Publishing
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Frequently, the appeal of a particular sewing project is greatly influenced by the fabric itself, and the appeal of the fabric is often linked to its visual and physical texture. On the Surface explores a unique approach to embellishing fabric surfaces with multiple layers of various threads. Even a beginning sewer can master the simple technique, which basically requires only a straight-stitch sewing machine, fabric, and thread. Stitching many times over the fabric surface and then washing the fabric yields fascinating and often complex-looking material, which can be used in a variety of ways. The first half of this well-presented book explains how to create the fabrics; the second half offers instructions for projects that utilize these creations in such projects as quilts, pillows, vests, jackets, jumpers, place mats, and accessories. The results, surprisingly easy to achieve, are wonderfully colorful and sophisticated. --Amy Handy
Customer Reviews (3 total reviews)
On the Surface - OK
by Customer at November 02nd, 2000
I found this book rather 1-dimensional and not particularly inspiring. There is only 1 basic ... (read more)
A Wonderfully Creative Approach to Quilting and Sewing
by Customer at December 12th, 1999
Loved it! This book takes quilting to a higher level, and yet the technique of thread embellishment is quite uncomplicated. I'd recommend this book to anyone interested in a unique approach to quilting or adding an extra dimension to their sewing - a very special book!
Wonderful technique for creating new textures
by Customer at December 26th, 1998
This fun book - thanks to Wendy's terrific sense of humor - shows how to create interesting fabric creations from what you have. Enables you to totally change a fabric into something else. Great ideas for using all the exciting threads available now. Only thing lacking is more projects. Hope there's a sequel.
