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.

Papercutting

Author: Claudia Hopf
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 0811744337
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 110

Book Description
Everything beginners need to learn the craft, including tools, step-by-step instructions, and finishing tips.

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.

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.

The Crafter's Guide to Papercutting

Author: Emily Hogarth
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Paper work
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"This title offers a guide to cutting paper for artworks, greeting cards, keepsakes, and more. It introduces the world of papercutting and shows 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." --

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.

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.

Paper Craft

Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465449655
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 226

Book Description
DK's Paper Craft makes it easy--and affordable--to design handmade crafts that are guaranteed to impress. Transform your favorite paper into beautiful decorations and home decor, greeting cards, scrapbooks, and beyond, no matter what your skill level. This visual, step-by-step guide outlines all the necessary equipment, and materials and contains nifty techniques like scaling, embossing, and crumpling, as well as quilling, decoupage, and papier-mâché. Inside Paper Craft you'll find seasonal and special occasion paper craft ideas to suit a variety of tastes. And, templates and variation suggestions allow you to choose exactly the right look for your projects. Cut, fold, roll, glue, and print your way to crafting heaven with Paper Craft.

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.