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Judy Balchin shows how easy it is to make a variety of innovative greetings cards using glass painting techniques on different surfaces. Flowers, cats, boats, hearts and more can all be used to create wonderful designs which can be embellished with beads, feathers, wobbly eyes, wire, gems and glitter.
Step-by-step instruction and full-size templates show how to turn an ordinary sheet of acetate film into a unique, unforgettable greeting.
A guide to the tools, materials, and techniques for creating a variety of greeting cards.
Seven experienced craft authors show how to make simple and stunning greetings cards in a rich variety of themes: fairy cards, art nouveau, clear stamped, Celtic, oriental, Victorian, rustic, paper pierced and paper lace cards. The techniques simply explained and demonstrated include pen and wash, 3D decoupage, using pressed flowers, glass painting, using embossing powder, metal embossing, using polymer clay, rubber stamping and using clear stamps, using craft stickers, using chalks or alcohol inks, sewing beads on to cards, origami, using craft punches and quilling. The resulting projects are stunning, but the clear step by step photographs, templates for the designs and simple instructions make them achievable for card makers of all skill levels and there are dozens of beautifully photographed variations for more inspiration. Card makers looking for all kinds of different techniques will find something to inspire them here.Uses material from:Handmade Fairy Cards 9781844483051Handmade Art Nouveau Cards 9781844482092Handmade Clear Stamped Cards 9781844482207Handmade Celtic Cards 9781844482603Handmade Oriental Cards 9781844482108Handmade Victorian Cards 9781844482467Hand Painted Rustic Cards 9781844482450Handmade Paper Pierced Cards 9781844482474Paper Lace Greetings Cards 9781844484072
This stunning book by Judy Balchin contains all the inspiration you need to create greetings cards with an Art Nouveau theme. Intertwining organic and ornamental shapes, typical of the Art Nouveau movement, are given a contemporary feel using a range of techniques, including stencilling, three-dimensional work, metal embossing and glass painting. All the techniques, materials and equipment are explained fully using clear, step-by-step photographs, arming you with everything you need to know to create the stylish Art Nouveau cards which Judy has designed in her own inimitable style.
Mandy Southan shows how to make a variety of beautiful cards for all occasions using luminous washes, bold patterns of colour, gold outliner, gutta and a range of striking effects. Mandy's enticing designs are guaranteed to inspire silk painters and all those new to the craft, to create their own original cards. Packed with exciting ideas, practical information and clear, innovative step-by-step projects, this book illustrates all you need to know about the materials and techniques. Here you will find vibrant butterflies, flowers, hearts, geometric designs and more - a variety of wonderful cards for every occasion.
Examines the history, various types of cards for different occasions, tools used to make cards, and ways to create your own greeting cards.