Felt Fabric Designs by Smith

Felt Fabric Designs, a recipe book for textile artists by Sheila Smith

Learn to create a huge variety of different felt fabrics with this handy set of “recipes” from a leading felt-making expert.  From delicate nuno felt and adaptable open-work fabrics through to more hardwearing felts, sumptuous layers and gorgeous embellished felt designs.  Full instructions are given for creating each type of fabric, with suggestions for ongoing uses and easy-to-follow projects.  Illustrated with an outstanding range of different felt fabrics, this book is a great source of inspiration for your own textile art projects.

From light and airy Nuno fabric, perfect for wedding veils and delicate garments, to heavier, more durable textiles for handbags and other hard-wearing items, this inspirational book gathers a menu of gorgeous felt recipes. In addition to stunningly detailed illustrations and instructions, plus ideas for beautiful projects, this handy sourcebook explains how to use prints, create shaped edges, and incorporate beads and embellishments.

Hardcover, 128pp. Color photos.