The Contemporary Craft of Paper Mache Techniques Projects Inspirations
January 10, 2010 by Arts and Crafts · Leave a Comment
The Contemporary Craft of Paper Mache Techniques Projects Inspirations
Paper mache is simple enough for children but versatile enough for the most sophisticated designer. You need only a stack of paper, wallpaper paste, ordinary household tools, and this complete how-to guide. Internationally known designer Helga Meyer shows how to make and decorate paper mache items such as bowls, lamps, frames, goblets, sconces, masks, animal figures, and more.
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5 Stars The Best in My Library
I have a number of books on paper mache, and have worked with the medium for several years. This book is far and away the best of the bunch in terms of ideas, techniques, and instructions.
5 Stars Sophisticated, contemporary artistry from paper.
This book is for the sculptor in you. The authors describe all of the materials used in the craft and present the pros and cons of each. Bravo! There is a good deal of information in its chapters, but the writing is so clear, it is quite easy to undersand. The photos of finished objects d’art present the projects literally in their best light. The photos are also accompanied by illustrations in 3-D. It’s a beautiful book presenting the indigenous, the contemporary, and the commonplace in forms that the papier mache crafter can do. I found the the “how to” sections to be outstanding.
Contemporary Papier Mache Colorful Sculpture Jewelry and Home Accessories
January 6, 2010 by Arts and Crafts · Leave a Comment
Contemporary Papier Mache Colorful Sculpture Jewelry and Home Accessories
Contemporary Papier Mache is a colorful collection of papier mache projects by artist and teacher Gilat Nadivi. With an emphasis on recycling everyday items to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces, Nadivi instructs readers on how simple materials, basic techniques, and a healthy measure of imagination can be combined to make a range of distinctive creations. Projects described in the book are diverse; they include human figures engaged in everyday activities, animals that are tall, small and in between, home accessories such as picture frames, bowls and magnets, and more.
Recycling is an inherent component of almost all papier mache, and Contemporary Papier Mache really takes this principle to heart. Old wires and hangers act as bases for human figures, empty rolls of tape become fashionable bangles, discarded water bottles are transformed into women’s figures. After trying out a few projects in the book, readers will find their eyes open to the artistic potential waiting to be discovered in basements, garages, and recycling boxes.
Tools for these projects are minimal, and supplies are easy to find. As for guidance and inspiration, readers will find plenty of both within the pages of Contemporary Papier Mache
Perfect Paper Hundreds of Stunning Practical Projects in Collage Decoupage Papier Mache Paper Making and all Papercrafts
November 11, 2009 by Arts and Crafts · Leave a Comment
Paper is the ideal medium to have fun with and this book includes over 125 projects, both traditional and contemporary, using a variety of papercrafts such as papier-mache, decoupage, folding, cutting, stitching, gilding, quilling and stamping.
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5 Stars Crafts galore!
Each two-page spread is a new craft activity - from making bowls to trays to frames to boxes. There are collages, stenciling, gift wrap decoration, string printing, painting postcards, so much! The instructions are clear with pictures. Neat idea book!
Paper into Pots and Other Fun Objects Using Hand Made Recycled Paper and Papier Mache Techniques
October 9, 2009 by Arts and Crafts · Leave a Comment
Paper into Pots and Other Fun Objects Using Hand Made Recycled Paper and Papier Mache Techniques
Recycling makes good sense, and the ultimate in recycling must surely be transforming waste paper into beautiful, useful objects. Gerry Copp makes hand-made paper from coloured waste paper, such as printers offcuts and junk mail as her raw material to decorate her papier-mache ware. This book demonstrates the many and varied techniques readers can choose from to make a range of colourful items, from bowls and plates to clocks, boxes and jewellery. The ideas include collaging torn shapes and coloured foil, using waxed and herb papers, and laminating. They should inspire readers to take up a craft that costs virtually nothing yet allows one to produce unique works of art.
The Art and Craft of Papier Mache
October 2, 2009 by Arts and Crafts · Leave a Comment
The Art and Craft of Papier Mache
Papier mache is becoming increasingly popular as a medium for craft objects. It is also gaining converts among fine artists in other fields, such as textiles, ceramics, sculpture, and jewelry. This book offers inspiring ideas for dozens of projects, together with easy-to-follow instructions to carry them out.
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5 Stars Terrific , Informative, & Inspiring!
Great book!
I love the pictures, especially pages 128 &129 of the life size paper mache people. They are awesome!
The recipe for pulp is the best I have ever used.
5 Stars Beautiful book!
Beautiful examples, very clear instructions with drawings of the steps. First 66 pages are all on techniques. The rest gets into actual things to make like bowls, frames, jewelry etc. Quite an inspiration.
