Textile Techniques in Metal

Textile Techniques in Metal

Author: Arline Fisch

Publisher:

Published: 2016-06-17

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 9781626546110

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When you think of fiber arts, materials like copper, silver, gold, and steel probably don't come to mind. But renowned artist and jeweler Arline Fisch has transformed this unlikely combination into a striking movement that is limitless in its formal possibilities and capacity for beauty. Showcasing stunning work that blends jewelry, sculpture, and clothing, Textile Techniques in Metal is the first and only comprehensive book on the innovative intersection of the fiber and metal arts.This richly illustrated book explains, in easy-to-follow language, a variety of methods and strategies for manipulating metals with techniques borrowed from textiles. The author provides detailed instructions for adapting techniques like,KnittingCrochetingWeavingBasketryBraidingAnd lacemakingWith insightful historical information and numerous inspiring examples of work by the author and other talented artists, Textile Techniques in Metal will serve as an eye-opening reference for textile artists, sculptors, and jewelers alike. Arline M. Fisch, Professor of Art Emerita at San Diego State University, is an artist and jeweler working primarily in precious metals. She exhibits work nationally and internationally. Her work melds jewelry, sculpture, and clothing, and she incorporates the structure of textiles and fiber craft into metal-based pieces that are often inspired by ancient cultures and the natural world. Fisch is the recipient of numerous honors, including an honorary doctorate from Skidmore; a gold medal from the American Craft Council; the Lifetime Achievement Award in Crafts from the National Museum of Women in the Arts; and multiple Fulbright fellowships. Her work is represented in numerous museum and private collections.


Textile Techniques in Metal

Textile Techniques in Metal

Author: Arline M. Fisch

Publisher: Lark Books (NC)

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781579902568

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"Arline Fisch describes in detail the application of fiber techniques to precious and nonprecious metals ... describes the basic tools and materials required. Then, with step-by-step instructions and ample how-to-photos, she explains how to work each fiber technique in metal wire or strip ... Each technique is illustrated with examples of handsome jewelry by accomplished designers ... a color gallery of more than 50 ... pieces created by talented designers, illustrating the full range of styles, techniques, and metals"--Cover.


Textile Techniques in Metal

Textile Techniques in Metal

Author: Arline M. Fisch

Publisher:

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780709060079

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An internationally recognized jewellery designer, Fisch has been largely responsible for introducing to a wide audience, the concept of applying fibre techniques to metal. In the process, she has enriched the creative lives of both metalworkers and fibre artists. Jewellery makers and sculptors have discovered new techniques for their familiar materials. Weavers, basket makers, and other fibre artists have incorporated new and wonderful materials into their familiar textile techniques. In Textile Techniques in Metal, Arline Fisch describes in detail the application of fibre techniques to precious and non-precious metals. After tracing the technique back to ancient and diverse cultures, she describes the basic tools and materials required. Then, with step-by-step instructions and ample how-to-photos, she explains how to work each fibre technique in metal wire or strip: weaving, knitting (including machine knitting), crochet, braiding, lace making, basketry, and knotting. Each technique is illustrated with examples of handsome jewellery by accomplished designers. created by talented designers, illustrating the full range of styles, techniques, and metals. Whether you're a jewellery maker, a sculptor, a fibre artist, or simply an admirer of fine an innovative design, this is a book you'll want to browse through at leisure and then study in detail.


Textile Techniques in Metal

Textile Techniques in Metal

Author: Arline M. Fisch

Publisher: Lark Books

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 318

ISBN-13: 9781579905149

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In 'Textile Techniques in Metal', Arline Fisch describes in detail the application of the fibre techniques to precious and non-precious metals, and then goes on to describe the tools and materials required.


Frontiers of Textile Materials

Frontiers of Textile Materials

Author: Mohd Shabbir

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2020-03-17

Total Pages: 342

ISBN-13: 1119620368

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The book “Frontiers and Textile Materials will deal with the important materials that can be utilized for value-addition and functionalization of textile materials. The topics covered in this book includes the materials like enzymes, polymers, etc. that are utilized for conventional textile processing and the advanced materials like nanoparticles which are expected to change the horizons of textiles. The futuristic techniques for textile processing like plasma are also discussed.


Jewellery Using Textiles Techniques

Jewellery Using Textiles Techniques

Author: Sarah Keay

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 127

ISBN-13: 9781408101070

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A large-format, highly illustrated how-to-do-it book for beginners andpractising jewellers looking for new ideas. There has been a recentincrease in jewellers using textile techniques in their work, and thisbook provides a thorough and comprehensive introduction to all thematerials and techniques you need to get you started in this excitingarea of jewellery making. Using a step-by-step approach, this book is an accessible, butthorough, introduction to a wide range of textilestechniques for those more accustomed to working with metals than withfabrics and yarns. Examples of appropriate techniques for each materialwill be featured as making sequences, alongside showcased pieces fromcontemporary jewellers in different materials. Techniques covered willinclude crochet, weaving, knitting, felting, lace and sewing. There areover ten projects included showingthe reader how to design and make your very own finished pieces (eg:flower brooch, felt necklace, Shetland lace tiara, woven bracelet,stille collar). Each project is by a different maker and so you willcover a wide range of techniques and styles. At the end of each projectis an inspirational gallery section. Makers shown include:Suzanne Smith; Liz Brown; Marjory Keay; Vicky Forrester; HelenRobertson; Lilia Breyter; Sarah Smith; Sarah Kettley and Joanne Haywood.


Paper, Metal and Stitch

Paper, Metal and Stitch

Author: Maggie Grey

Publisher: Anova Books

Published: 2007-08-14

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13: 9780713490671

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Stunning bestseller now in paperback! This is an essential book on using paper and metal in textile art and embroidery. Interest in new and exciting surfaces in textile art continues unabated and this is still the best book on the subject by two leading textile artists. Paper is very popular choice; and handmade and purchased papers can be manipulated, cut, torn, stitched and moulded into any shape or form. You can add colour, texture and metallic effects. New forms of metal can be used in textiles, such as metal shim (very thin stitch-friendly slices of real metal), glittering metal meshes, wires and coils, beads and foils, and recycled domestic metals. And stitch is the ultimate enhancer. The book has great suggestions for combining elements of paper, metal and stitch to produce finished stitched pieces – books, panels, icons and frames. With step by step intructions, all you need is this book, your enthusiasm and a swing-needle sewing machine.


Molecular and Structural Archaeology: Cosmetic and Therapeutic Chemicals

Molecular and Structural Archaeology: Cosmetic and Therapeutic Chemicals

Author: Georges Tsoucaris

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 9401001936

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This book delineates the contours of molecular and structural archaeology as an emergent interdisciplinary field based on structural analysis at the molecular level and examines novel methodologies to reconstruct the synthesis and long-term transformation of materials used in antiquity. The focus of this volume is on cosmetic and therapeutic materials.


Fabric Surface Design

Fabric Surface Design

Author: Cheryl Rezendes

Publisher: Storey Publishing

Published: 2013-01-01

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 1603428119

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Presents step-by-step instructions for creating surface designs on fabric using textile paints and printing ink, and includes tips on such techniques as stamping, silkscreen, image transfer, marbling, and Japanese shibori.


--This Lustr'ed Cloth--

--This Lustr'ed Cloth--

Author: Alysn Midgelow-Marsden

Publisher: Search Press

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780955404818

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This poetic expedition into metal provides appealing new directions in the textile artists' constant quest for intriguing surfaces. Progress through a wide array of structural, resilient and elegant possibilities beyond those of conventional fabrics.