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Book

Mastering the art of fabric printing and design : techniques, tutorials, and inspiration

Call Number

  • 746.6 W8111.1 (OSH)

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Publication Information

San Francisco : Chronicle Books, 2012, c2011.

Physical Description

205 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.

Summary

"This definitive guide outlines everything you need to know to design and print gorgeous fabrics. Inside, you'll find step-by-step tutorials for designing patterns (both digitally and by hand); a comprehensive section on printing techniques, including screen printing, stenciling, block printing, resist dyeing, and digital printing; hundreds of gorgeous photos; and insider tips for developing your collection and bringing it to the marketplace... Features interviews with established designers such as Skinny laMinx, Ink & Spindle, and Julia Rothman"-- Back cover.

Notes

Includes index.

Contents

  • 1: Designing for fabric
  • Understanding patterns
  • Sourcing inspiration
  • Designing patterns
  • 2: Fabrics and fabric printing methods
  • Understanding fabric, inks, and dyes
  • Hand printing
  • Digital printing
  • 3: The fabric business
  • Going professional.

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