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Maggie Wright
R97.00
Contains all the techniques needed to take up creative rubber stamping: stamping, embossing, cut-outs, 3D and masking. Readers can create greeting cards, tags, giftwrap and invitations.
Suze Weinberg
R172.00
"This internationally acclaimed teacher and artist has earned a well-deserved reputation for innovation and creativity....Now she’s poured her creativity into...an outstanding gallery of her art and techniques.... Careful and straightforward instructions...accompany each example.... Several chapters on thick embossing enamel... are standouts.... Whatever your current level of expertise, you’ll undoubtedly be inspired to greater creativity." —RubberStampMadness.
Judy Ritchie, Jamie Kilmartin, Leslie Conron Carola
R214.00
Rubber stamping is an ideal way to add a personal touch to handmade cards and gift packages. A jar of fresh jam or herbed vinegar, some dried fruit and nuts, and a fragrant potpourri make wonderful homemade gifts. This collection of nearly 200 projects covers every aspect of creating rubber stamp projects. Inks, papers, borders, frames, boxes, folding (origami, iris folding, and tea-bag folding), tearing, punching, stitching, weaving, quilling, pop-outs, and other 3-D effects are all here with step-by-step instructions and colorful illustrations.
Judy Richie, Jamie Kilmartin
R239.00
Crafts teacher Judy Ritchie covers inks and inking, papers, masking, borders, mats, embossing, punches, paper folding, and other 3-D effects in this all-inclusive look at rubber stamping. Full-color projects focus on the method, process, or idea under discussion. The book features 150 illustrations, a glossary, and a source guide, and includes three cropping tools/templates.
Sharilyn Miller
R195.00
This sought-after resource satisfies artists’ yearnings for inspiration and instruction beyond the basic how-to approach of other stamping books. Stamp Art offers expert ideas and techniques from a dozen master rubber stamp artists. The book is divided into three sections: Altered Surface Treatments; Artistic Stamping; and Mixed Media Effects. A special section is also included in which contributing artists create art with a single stamp.
Demos include: faux finishes, marbled backgrounds, stamping memories, monoprinting, artstamps (mimicking real stamps), thermal embossing, stamping with carved stamps, handmade cards, stamp collages, miniature books, and more.
Sherrill Kahn
R173.00
With Sherrill Kahn’s new book, mixed media plus stamping equals breathtaking artistic creations. There’s no end to the projects crafters will be able to create after being introduced to the wide variety of materials and techniques in this must- have book. Readers will learn how to: Create layers of color and texture through embossing Make unique jewelry using children’s puzzle pieces Transform three-dimensional objects, including buttons, books and wire Stamp on such alternative surfaces as glass blocks, metal and wood Decorate and mount ceramic tiles Emboss velvet and create fabric motifs And much, much more! Each idea is accompanied by thoughtfully organized step-by-step instructions, and most include directions for simple sample project—so easy even beginners can begin right away.
Sherrill Kahn has been creating award-winning artwork for nearly 40 years. She runs a stamp company called Impress Me and lives in Encino, California.
Sandy McCall
R186.00
This book is perfect for beginning crafters or sophisticated stampers who want to make the most of their time. Inside they'll find unlimited options for making quick and appealing gifts suitable for any occasion.
All of the 30 projects include easy techniques for creating unique and beautiful creative expressions. Author Sandra McCall provides:
-Detailed information on basic stamping techniques and tools -Photos and descriptions of the materials used in each project -Tips for turning cool ideas into practical, easy-to-make projects -16 ideas for the home including desk accessories and gifts for the gardener -11 wearable gifts including pins, necklaces, barrettes and bracelets -New techniques that incorporate recycled materials and found objects
All of the materials used in these projects are non-toxic, inexpensive and readily available.
Rice Freeman-Zachery
R188.00
Although the book has many wonderful images of completed projects
it does not have the step by step photographs that so many of these
books have. Having said that the instructions are well set out and
easily to follow. The projects are inspiring, interesting and covers
a wide range of mediums. Proof once again that almost anything can be
imporved upon by stamping it beyond recognition. (Husbands exluded)
Stamping is among the most popular artistic techniques, because its uses are virtually limitless. No matter what medium they work in, artists and decorators alike can use stamping to create one-of-a-kind pieces with simple techniques.
This follow-up book to Rockport's successful "The Stamp Artist's Project Book" highlights the latest and best new techniques and cutting-edge materials used in this arena today. It includes projects for everything from stamping in polymer clay to stamped metal jewelry, from using stamps to create an aged look on papers and letters to a stamped artist journal, and from stamped furniture to stamped glass charms.
Covering the gamut of stamping know-how, from basic tools to professional tips to an extensive resource list, this how-to guide is for any artist who wants to incorporate the latest new techniques and trends in his or her work.
Sharilyn Miller
R193.00
Functional images throughout the book illustrates that you
do not necessarily need expensive rubber stamps to make great
things. For crafters there are many great projects and templates.
For the more artistically inclined it offers great motivation
to try inking anything that isn't nailed down and stamp it on
anything that is.
Created by the editor of Somerset Studio, the most notable stamp-craft magazine in the field, this project driven book features 85 distinctive stamping projects for home decoration, gifts and accessories in all mediums. While other books concentrate solely on stamping on paper and fabric, The Stamp Artist's Project Book emphasizes non-traditional mediums such as wood, metal, and polymer clay. Step-by-step instructions, tips and technique advice are provided for each project along with beautiful full-color photographs of finished projects and creative variation ideas for each. Projects are modern and sophisticated and will appeal to a creative audience of both experienced and beginning stamp artists.
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Gloria Page
R167.00
Ideal for the rapidly growing number of rubber stampers, fabric artists, polymer clay enthusiasts, greeting card crafters and book makers.
Sharilyn Miller
R173.00
Beautiful, one-of-a-kind projects that are easy-to-make, rubber stamped jewelry appeals not only to rubber stampers and jewelry makers but to crafters of all skill levels. These fabulous jewelry sets are created with simple techniques that lead to beautiful results.
In no time at all, readers will learn invaluable techniques to create lovely earrings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches using a wide array of easy-to-find materials like fabric, paper, polymer clay and, of course, rubber stamps.
Rubber Stamped Jewelry is divided into four parts: Tools & Materials Stamping Basics and Creative Alternatives Working With Wire & Beads Fiber Art
Guided by simple-to-follow instructions, crafters will find just how easy it is to fashion truly breathtaking and unique jewelry and gifts.
Barbara McGuire
R173.00
Two of today's most popular crafts have been combined into one with this unique book. Rubber stamps and polymer clay are brought together to create fabulous, easy-to-make items for gift giving or to decorate the home.
Barbara McGuire provides information on types of clay, stamps, paints and powders, as well as basic techniques
for creating original stamps. Projects range from basic to advanced, and include such fun, fresh items as:
• Handmade books, frames and pins
• Bracelets, hair bands, necklaces and buttons
• Translucent and embedded stamped images
• Carved images
• Holders, ornaments and more!
Gwen Diehn
R140.00
A remarkably creative and inspiring book for beginning printmakers and crafters.... Beyond the usual sections on materials, tools, and techniques, it offers one and two page vignettes on Gauguin, Munch, 19th-century Japanese woodcuts, etc....explores eraser prints, carving linoleum blocks, woodcuts, and making printing blocks out of polymer clay."—Library Journal.
Cecily Barth Firestein
R150.00
A longtime teacher of the art, whose work has appeared in galleries and publications, shares her intense enthusiasm and knowledge in a lavishly illustrated guide to techniques, materials (specialty papers, crayons, inks, waxes, graphite), and projects. She shows how to make rubbing projects with children, create souvenirs while traveling, and store and display the finished work.
Laura C. Martin
R140.00
Whether it's a city park, a suburban backyard, a farmer's field, or the sandy seashore, there's a treasure trove of natural art materials out there. Twigs, vines, pinecones, flowers, leaves, rocks, shells, moss, feathers - they're all gifts of the earth. Add just a few inexpensive store-bought items, such as glue, string, and wire, and anyone can create beautiful, natural works of art.
In NATURE'S ART BOX, writer, gardener, and nature-crafter Laura C. Martin offers 65 cool projects kids will love to make, using materials they can find just about anywhere. She explains how to make paints and inks from flowers and other plants; how to use shells, moss, seedpods, and cones to embellish large objects; how to build elf-sized furniture; how to decorate picture frames, birdhouses, and keepsake boxes with woodland treasures; and how to dig clay, weave vines, and make natural dyes to color T-shirts.
While Martin teaches kids to see the possibilities of the natural world, she also teaches them to respect what the earth offers. She warns them against stripping bark off live trees, plucking every flower in the field, and clearing the ground of every nut and seed. NATURE'S ART BOX helps kids learn to be good artists and conscientious stewards of nature's resources.
MaryJo McGraw
R172.00
Explains how to layer embossing powders to create textured surfaces, add interest to cards with sealing wax and beadwork, and embellish projects with clay beads and ornaments.