Marbled Paper

1990 Crafts & Hobbies

Author : Richard J. Wolfe
Release : 1990
Genre : Crafts & Hobbies
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Book Rating : 880/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Marbled Paper by : Richard J. Wolfe

Download or read book Marbled Paper written by Richard J. Wolfe. This book was released on 1990. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For 250 years after its introduction to Europe around 1600, the method of decorating paper known as marbling reigned supreme as the chief means of embellishing the fine work of hand-bookbinders. Richard J. Wolfe reconstructs the rise and fall of the craft and offers the most comprehensive account available of its history, techniques, and patterns. A publication of the A.S.W. Rosenbach Fellowship in Bibliography Series

Contemporary Paper Marbling

2019-12-12 Crafts & Hobbies

Author : Lucy McGrath
Release : 2019-12-12
Genre : Crafts & Hobbies
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Book Rating : 558/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Contemporary Paper Marbling by : Lucy McGrath

Download or read book Contemporary Paper Marbling written by Lucy McGrath. This book was released on 2019-12-12. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated introduction to an increasingly popular art form. The art of paper marbling is having a revival. Contemporary paper artist and author Lucy McGrath specializes in paper marbling and shares her skill and passion for this beautiful craft. Her book is a wonderful introduction to the craft for beginners which takes readers on a journey through simple to advanced techniques – with step-by-step instructions and photography – plus a range of some of the most beautiful paper marbling today. The book covers: An introduction and brief history; Preparation and equipment (with recipes for the thickened water that the paint floats on plus the paints themselves); Planning your design (mood boards, colour palettes, testing paint behaviour and paper); Pattern tutorials (ways of applying paint); Swirl and git gel (Turkish traditional pattern); Nonpareil (fine tooth comb use); Spanish Wave; Ebru (flowers on the surface of the water); Advanced Techniques (including figurative images); and finally marbling onto three-dimensional items such as baubles and pots. There is also a selection of projects that uses marbled paper, including bookbinding, origami and collage. Richly illustrated with some of the most beautiful paper marbling today, this book will introduce a wonderful craft to a new generation.

How to Marbleize Paper

1984-01-01 Crafts & Hobbies

Author : Gabriele Grnebaum
Release : 1984-01-01
Genre : Crafts & Hobbies
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Book Rating : 512/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis How to Marbleize Paper by : Gabriele Grnebaum

Download or read book How to Marbleize Paper written by Gabriele Grnebaum. This book was released on 1984-01-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The beautiful centuries-old craft of marbleizing — decorating paper through the use of "floating colors" — dates back to eighth-century Japan. Today marbleizing is a newly popular craft, enjoyed for the exquisite and unique designs it produces (no two are alike) and its myriad of decorative applications. This volume is a complete step-by-step illustrated guide to the entire marbleizing process. Artist Gabriele Grünbaum shows you how to prepare colors, form beautiful and striking patterns, and transfer them onto prepared paper. Included are a list of tools and materials and helpful suggestions for avoiding common mistakes. In addition, an informative introduction traces the history of this wonderful handicraft. Create beautiful, versatile craft papers with colorful swirls, bold spotted designs, and exciting combed lines. Choose from 12 different patterns: Fantasy, Stone, Swedish, Wave, Comb, Snail, Bouquet/Peacock, Floral, Veined, Tiger, Oil-Color, and Oil-Color Batik. Marbleized paper can be used for decorating books, boxes, lampshades, wall hangings, decoupage, picture frames, linings, wallpaper, greeting cards, stationery — almost any art or craft project. Artists and crafters who want to create their own original marbleized papers will find this inexpensive edition a handy guide for learning basic techniques and a rich source of design ideas.

Making Traditional Marbled Papers

2021-10-25 Crafts & Hobbies

Author : Kate Brett
Release : 2021-10-25
Genre : Crafts & Hobbies
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Book Rating : 583/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Making Traditional Marbled Papers written by Kate Brett. This book was released on 2021-10-25. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paper marbling is a beautiful craft with a long history that can be traced back to Japan in the twelfth century. This practical book introduces traditional patterns and explains the techniques that are used creatively today. It covers the history of marbling – from its origins in Japan to Persia, Turkey and then Europe in the seventeenth century. Details on equipment and materials are given along with what you need to get started and to set up a studio. The process from preparing the size, to adding the paints, creating the pattern and then treating the sheets is covered in detail. It introduces traditional patterns such as spot and combed patterns, as well as advanced techniques. Creative uses for marbling are given including step-by-step sequences for a range of projects. Making Traditional Marbled Papers is a visual treasure and shows how paper marbling can be practised and appreciated by all, from children to professionals.

The Art of Marbled Paper

1991 Marbled papers

Author : 三浦永年
Release : 1991
Genre : Marbled papers
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : /5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Art of Marbled Paper written by 三浦永年. This book was released on 1991. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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