All Things Paper: 20 Unique Projects from Leading Paper Crafters, Artists, and Designers

by Ann Martin

Overview

Make decorative, simple do-it-yourself projects with this friendly guide to paper crafting.

You and your family will love to spend hours making beautiful paper art, jewelry, and decorations with All Things Paper. This easy paper crafts book comes with simple-to-follow instructions and detailed photos that show you how to create colorful and impressive art objects to display at home--many of which have practical uses. It is a great book for experienced paper craft hobbyists looking for new ideas or for new folders who want to learn paper crafts from experts.

Projects in this papercrafting book include:

• Candle Luminaries
• Citrus Slice Coasters
• Mysterious Stationery Box
• Everyday Tote Bag
• Silver Orb Pendant
• Fine Paper Yarn Necklace
• Wedding Cake Card
• Perfect Journey Journal
• And many more…

All the projects in this book are designed by noted paper crafters like Benjamin John Coleman, Patricia Zapata, and Richela Fabian Morgan. They have all been creating amazing objects with paper for many years. Whether you're a beginner or have been paper crafting for many years, you're bound to find something you'll love in All Things Paper. Soon you will be on your way to creating your own designs and paper art.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781462911707
Publisher:	Tuttle Publishing
Publication date:	05/21/2013
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	112
File size:	12 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.

About the Author

Ann Martin is the creator of AllThingsPaper.net, a blog about the latest on the craft scene--stylish projects, trends, and book reviews. She interviews established artists and writes features about novice artisans with big ideas. In a previous life she was a hospital nurse, but now spends her time designing paper projects and writing tutorials for books, magazines, and websites. She lives on the east coast of the United States in the Delaware Valley.

Editorial Reviews

"I met Ann many years ago through her blog of the same name, All Things Paper and was so impressed by her work [ … ] This book is well-curated by Ann, who has gathered up an amazing variety of pretty projects by top crafters and artists." —Coquette Fashion + digital style by Natalie Zee Drieu

"Ann's new book is filled with brand new DIY ideas created by a wide range of artisans who have been been featured prominently on her blog. In addition to being beautiful, the projects are all highly functional—an aspect about which Ann felt strongly." —DesignSponge

"With a fresh take on an old hobby, this book helps transform a simple piece of paper into something truly extraordinary." —Fave Crafts

"This book is full of ideas for paper projects in the realms of home decor, jewelry (including a delicate crocheted choker made from fine white paper yarn), fashion accessories and note cards. But one technique that really caught my attention was quilling." —Tina Baine of the Santa Cruz Sentinel

"I'm so impressed with how unusual and detailed the projects are—these are things you haven't already seen all over the internet!" —CraftyPod

"I am completely inspired by All Things Paper—a book that offers truly inspiring and well-executed paper-based projects. […] If you're looking for a book with truly innovative paper-based projects, this book is for you." —Crescendoh.com blog

"I personally find craft books like this useful because it allows me to build on the techniques and come up with my own projects." —Zakka Life blog

"If you enjoy making things by hand, are drawn to the surprising array of objects that can be crafted from different kinds of paper, or are just looking for a new artistic challenge, pick up a copy of Ann's book. And then pick up another to give as a gift." —Writing Without Paper blog

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