Beautiful Ragwork: Over 20 Hooked Designs for Rugs, Wall Hangings, Furniture, and Accessories
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Book Description
sing a range of recycled materials from nylon, cotton, and Lycra, to crimplene and plastic bags, Lizzie Reakess designs have a wit and originality that will inspire even the most reluctant needlecrafter to reach for a canvas. Twenty-four exciting and original projects include: Shaped hearth rugsCushion covers Patchwork squaresShoulder bags Childrens activity matsHair accessories Sentimental samplersTies Wall bannersMuslin curtains And much more!Reakess projects combine hand-hooking and simple appliqu to eye-catching effect. An explanation of each project is illustrated with clear step-by-step photographs. Also included are templates for over a dozen designs. With its extensive guide to choosing materials and making the best use of color, pattern, and texture, this is the ideal book for the ragwork enthusiast and for anyone who wants a stellar introduction to this exciting craft.
About the Author
Lizzie Reakes has worked on hand-hooked textiles using recycled materials for nearly a decade. Her work has sells to private clients and to exhibitions. It has been featured on television in the UK, and in several magazines, including Vogue, Country Living, and House Beautiful. Between commissions, she teaches ragwork.
Beautiful Ragwork: Over 20 Hooked Designs for Rugs, Wall Hangings, Furniture, and Accessories,Lizzie Reakes,St. Martin's Press,0312303955,Crafts & Hobbies,Crafts / Hobbies,General,Hobbies/Crafts,Needlework - General,Rags,Textile Arts - General,Textile crafts,Crafts & Hobbies / General
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