Big Book of Hooked Rugs

Название: Hooked Rugs Today IV
ISBN: 076433283X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764332838
Издательство: Schiffer
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Описание: Explore expertly crafted, contemporary hooked rugs with designs ranging from abstract to political statement, and from adorable pet depictions to painterly expressions. The Green Mountain Rug Hooking Guild mounted a great exhibit for a few short weeks in November 2008 at Shelburne Museum in Vermont, and now displayed forever in the pages of this rich book. Two featured artists - Rae Harrell and Diane Kelly -display their personal styles through retrospectives of their work. Members from the guild were challenged to think "outside the box," and they came up with a variety of imagery and form ranging from lifesize, three-dimensional sheep to extraordinary miniature punch-needle works. Other categories include animals, florals, landscapes, penny rugs, and even a small section dedicated to the smallest members of the group: the children. The colors, forms, and variety will astound and inspire anyone with an interest in fiber arts.

Автор: Amy Oxford
Название: Hooked Rugs Today
ISBN: 0764321528 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764321528
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Описание: A giant high-top sneaker embellished with golden scissors floats in a polka dot sky along with the surprising motto, Run With Scissors. Hooked rug maker Jill Cooper explains, The older I get, the more I don't follow 'the rules.' This rug was a way to share my belief that you must take every chance you can to enjoy all the beauty of life. Taking chances with hooked rugs -- those cozy accessories of hearth and home -- is just what members of Vermont's Green Mountain Rug Hooking Guild do best. They tackle unconventional subjects, delight in using unheard of fibers, and love the challenge of designing their own contemporary work. At the same time, they are experts on traditional rugs and can replicate hooked pieces from the 1800s with uncanny precision. The guild's annual exhibit in 2006 featured more than 900 wonderful rugs, of which half are presented here and half in the companion volume. Feast your eyes on winners of the coveted Viewers' Choice Awards, rugs in Oriental designs, florals, abstracts, animals, architectural designs, and delicate miniature rugs smaller than a credit card. Rugs by one of the show's three honorees, Pat Merikallio, are featured here, as are rugs made by children, rugs illustrating The Twelve Days of Christmas, and over 100 pieces depicting the theme Strong Women. This book is a delightful, inspiring look at what can be accomplished with the versatile and exciting medium of hooked rugs.

Автор: Jansen, Christine
Название: Hooked rugs and wool applique
ISBN: 0764334735 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764334733
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Описание: Traditional wool crafts get a contemporary uplift with great rug hooking and wool appliqu? projects perfect for beginning and advanced crafters. For rug hooking, the softness of the wool and simple technique will have you captivated with your first "hook." Wool applique techniques will make you the master of penny rugs, a delightful historic craft. Wool applique can be used to make table mats, pillows, totes, and a variety of everyday items. With an assortment of eye-catching floral, folk art, and Christmas designs, 17 original projects let you create your own for your home or as gifts. Accompanied by 202 color pictures, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions guide the crafter in these two art forms from start to finish. Chapters include buying materials, dyeing wool, and the care and cleaning of your rug.