The Crafter's Guide to Papercutting

Author: Emily Hogarth
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1844488950
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Start papercrafting with this step by step guide to all kinds of paper craft with 50 sample projects to inspire and thrill. The appeal of papercutting is that anyone can try it, the equipment is cheap, and the results are stunning. All you need is practice to perfect the art. This beautiful book will introduce you to the world of papercutting and show you how to create your own exquisite works of art. Beginners will have all the knowledge they need to get started: from basic techniques to creative step-by-step projects. It's also a great resource for the more advanced papercutter: materials, techniques, and inspirational projects all feature. Learn about the history of papercutting and be inspired by the work from many international papercutting artists. Includes 50 specially commissioned templates for practice and projects.

The Book of Papercutting

Author: Chris Rich
Publisher: Sterling Publishing (NY)
ISBN:
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 136

Book Description
A complete guide to all the techiques with more than 100 project ideas.--Title page.

The Beginner's Guide to Chinese Paper Cutting

Author: Zhao Ziping
Publisher: Shanghai Press
ISBN: 9781602201361
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 64

Book Description
With dozens of beautiful, original designs and detailed explanations, this Chinese paper cutting book is a great reference for beginners. Paper cutting is a popular papercraft in today's multicultural world, embracing a great variety of themes, designs and images. In China, its birthplace, it is regarded as an elegant traditional folk art. Chinese paper cuts reflect many aspects of life, including prosperity, health and the harvest. Paper cuts are typically used to decorate walls, windows and doors, or as patterns for embroidery and lacquer work. Rich in cultural tradition, with a long history of over 1,500 years, Chinese paper cutting was listed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2009. Easy to learn, paper cutting only requires paper and scissors which can be used to create a wide range of interesting paper cut outs. Instruction and inspiration can be found in The Beginner's Guide to Chinese Paper Cutting. This Chinese crafts book introduces all the basic elements of Chinese paper cutting, including the necessary preparation, basic techniques, simple practices and appreciation. The book's clear directions and illustrations will allow anyone to explore the art of paper cutting and start making their own works of art.

Scherenschnitte

Author: Susanne Schläpfer-Geiser
Publisher: Lark Books (NC)
ISBN:
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 154

Book Description
Provides instructions for making cut paper designs in the style of European folk art.

Creative Paper Cutting

Author: Cheong-Ah Hwang
Publisher: GMC Publications
ISBN: 9781861089205
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Immerse yourself in the wonderful, fantastical world of papercutting: a delicate, beautiful means of creating original, intricate artworks that can adorn walls, be sent as greetings cards or encased in quirky containers, such as empty pocket watches, glass pendants, clocks or tin cans.

Creative Paper Cutting

Author: Shufunotomo
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
ISBN: 1590307313
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
Transform a simple sheet of paper into a delicate snowflake, a sweet flower, or a dainty doily—or create an enchanted forest using a modern twist on the traditional technique for making paper dolls. Paper cutouts get a fresh look in this contemporary approach to the practice of transforming paper into art. It’s full of clever and cute designs and a range of different cutting techniques that you can use to make your own cutouts for display, decoration, or embellishment. Offering a range of styles, this book presents paper cutting techniques through clear step-by-step instruction, detailed diagrams, and templates. Once you’ve mastered the basics, creative uses for paper cutouts are offered, including as cards, gift wrap, mobiles, collages, stencils, garlands, and more. Make the paper cuts in this book and add a creative touch to your home, gifts, or projects.

Paper Cutting Book

Author: Laura Heyenga
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 0811874524
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 177

Book Description
There's a renaissance underway in the art form of cut paper, with an explosion of raw talent and an abundance of amazing work produced in the medium in recent years. This gorgeous volume features work from 26 contemporary international artists who are creating images of astonishing intricacy, using little more than paper and blade. Featuring a host of new discoveries and including art by such stars as Nikki McClure, Rob Ryan, and Thomas Allen, as well as a number of emerging practitioners, Paper Cutting is sure to engage art buffs and indie crafters alike. An in-depth introduction by paper art expert Natalie Avella illuminates the rich history of the centuries-old form, and a whimsical preface by beloved artist Rob Ryan rounds out this delightful collection.

Paper Cutting Old and New

Author: Suzanne McNeill
Publisher: Design Originals
ISBN: 9781574214338
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"Paper Cutting Old & New is a revised version of the book Scherenschnitte originally published in 2000 by Design Originals."--Page 2 of cover.

Simply Paper Cutting

Author: Anna Bondoc
Publisher: Design Originals
ISBN: 9781574214185
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Bondoc reveals her deceptively simple pattern art techniques for making richly textured crafts that are colorful, chic, and completely covetable.

Cut Up This Book!

Author: Emily Hogarth
Publisher: Running Press Adult
ISBN: 9780762444052
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The appeal of paper cutting is that anyone can do it, the equipment is readily available, and the results are stunning. This totally fun and interactive book features inspirational ideas for crafters of all skill levels. In an easy-to-follow, fully illustrated format, Cut Up This Book! shows readers how to create exquisite works of art. It provides all essential information from basic techniques to creative step-by-step projects. The package includes fifty one-of-a-kind, ready-to-cut papercraft projects designed by artist Emily Hogarth. Filled with ideas such as card-making and transposing images onto fabric, readers will make crafts that have a variety of practical applications in everyday life. Illuminating text offers profiles of contemporary artists and detail on papercutting forms throughout the world, basic tools, materials, and techniques. Projects include: • Greeting cards • Bird Mobiles • Tree ornaments • Window displays • Shadow puppets And much more!