New Techniques for Wearable Art : Creative Ideas for Transforming Clothes and Accessories

by Freeman-Zachery, Rice

• ISBN13: 9781592530755
• ISBN10: 1592530753
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-09-01
• Publisher: Quarry Books

Summary

From high-fashion runways to street-wise chic, personal style rules. And it's never been easier to embellish and customize your own clothing and accessories to create garments that make a statement. This book features a collection of easy techniques that show, step-by-step, how to achieve wonderful designer effects on fabric: from minor alterations such as ripping and tearing to adding color, paint, beading, images, lettering, grommets, snaps, jewels, and more. Following the technique section is a gallery of inspirational altered clothing and accessory projects with complete instructions -- perfect for anyone interested in creating their own look. Book jacket.

Author Biography

Ric½ Freeman-Zachery has written for Rubberstampmadness, Belle Armoire, Cat Fancy, Legacy, Personal Journaling, and The Studio and is the author of Stamp Artistry. Her art -- jewelry and dolls, handmade books and bags -- has been featured in galleries and shops around the country. She teaches stamping and art workshops in a variety of media. She lives in Midland, Texas.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. 8
Introduction	p. 10
Techniques
Getting Started	p. 12
Ripping and Tearing	p. 14
Mending	p. 18
Color	p. 20
Adding Words and Letters, Pictures, and Photographs	p. 27
Image Transfers	p. 34
Printing Images Directly on Fabric	p. 39
Applique	p. 40
Threads and Fibers	p. 44
Hardware: Grommets, Snaps, and Buttons	p. 48
Sequins and Beads	p. 51
Go to Your Closet!	p. 53
Projects
Beginner Projects
Art Studio Apron	p. 56
Bleached Denim Shoes	p. 58
Beaded Applique Dresses	p. 60
Fragment T	p. 62
Autumn Leaf Sandals	p. 64
Postcard Dress	p. 66
Embellished Hat	p. 68
Intermediate Projects
Byzantine T-shirt Dress	p. 70
Words to Live By Jumper	p. 72
Asian Denim Dress and Purse	p. 74
Flea Market Silk Skirt	p. 76
Stamped Silk Scarf	p. 78
Art Doll Dress	p. 80
Journey Dress	p. 82
Collaged Leather Shoes	p. 84
Graceful, Glamorous Gloves	p. 86
Happy Bag with Matching Coin Purse	p. 88
Summertime Dress	p. 90
Elaborate Projects
Salvaged Denim Jacket	p. 92
Animal Fair Denim Dress	p. 94
Tiki Art Jeans	p. 96
Asian Flair Purse	p. 100
Patchwork Bag	p. 102
O, My Heart Journal Skirt	p. 104
Lover's Eyes: Remembrance Vest	p. 106
Cowgirl Shrine Vest	p. 108
Story Dress	p. 110
Haircut Journal Skirt	p. 112
Altered People Coat	p. 114
Empress of the Universe	p. 116
Template	p. 118
Resources	p. 120
Further Reading	p. 122
Contributing Artists	p. 124
About the Author	p. 126
Acknowledgments	p. 128
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