Description
For crafters who are fans of fiber, whether knitting, weaving, crocheting, macrame, or in mixed media, here’s their ticket to the world of Japanese paper yarn. By making their own, inexpensively and simply, crafters can instantly give their project a new, one-of-a-kind direction.
– Innovative perspective: Stanton seamlessly introduces the use of gorgeous paper yarn to replace traditional textiles with a fresh twist.
– Historical insights: Explores ancient Japanese techniques that have resulted in the rich history and versatility of paper yarn.
– Surprising projects: With detailed instructions, the book presents 12 diverse projects, accommodating all skill levels, from beginner-friendly pulped paper weaving to a more advanced knitted scarf.
– Includes 30 inspiring photos of works by a variety of artists who have brought paper yarn to the West’s galleries and museums of the 21st century.
Binding Type: Hardcover
Contributors: Andra F. Stanton, Meher McArthur (Foreword by)
Published: 11/28/2024
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
ISBN: 9780764368301
Pages: 96
Weight: 1.49lbs
Size: 0.65″ H x 10.22″ L x 8.36″ W
About the Author
McArthur, Meher: – Meher McArthur is an Asian art historian specializing in Japanese art. She is the art and cultural director for Japan House in Los Angeles.Stanton, Andra F.: – Textile artist Andra F. Stanton‘s work is exhibited in galleries throughout the United States, and her writing on the artistry, emotional benefits, and history of fiber crafts has inspired many makers. A retired psychotherapist, she is also the author of Dimensional Cloth: Sculpture by Contemporary Textile Artists and How Art Heals.
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