Fabric Art Journals: Making, Sewing, And Embellishing Journals From Cloth And Fibers

by Pam Sussman

This is the first comprehensive book that offers complete step-by-step instruction and patterns for creating unique book structures from cloth. Fabric Art Journals offers vital information on getting started, from choosing fabrics and creating patterns to basic sewing techniques. In addition to learning how to make various styles of fabric books, readers will learn embellishment techniques that include painting, writing, decorative stitching, print and transfer styles, machine and hand embroidery, and quilting. An inspirational gallery provides a brilliant collection of artists' work in this medium. Fabric Art Journals not only teaches, but also inspires. It's a must-have for anyone interested in book making and fabric art.

Genres: Art, Nonfiction, Crafts, Sewing, Journaling

144 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2005

Reviews

[Divy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good information - interesting illustrations. I have not actually attempted any of the projects or instructions yet.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really excited to experiment.

[Erotic Horizon · Rating 4 out of 5]

very good. Al, fabric artist should have this on their shelf.

[Kim · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book seems more eye candy than content, but maybe that's because I'm not much of a seamstress.

It is strong on construction and technique, though, and the illustrations are mouth watering.

Wish I was more comfortable with a sewing machine - BUT, many of the ideas can be modified for traditional book construction.

[Vicki Cantwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've reborrowed this book from the library twice. And it's overdue today. I don't want to give it back. It's so inspiring. But I don't have the time in my life to follow through on the ideas that it's given me, so it has to go back. I will create something in the future that is inspired by this book.

[Cyndi]

Not exactly what I was looking for, but it does look like it has comprehensive instructions as well as a varied inspiration gallery.