
Passion for Paper: Paper Punching
Michelle Powell(Author)
Search Press Ltd
Published on 21. January 2008
Book
Paperback/Softback
80 pages
978-1-84448-167-5 (ISBN)
Description
Make gifts such as artist trading cards, cards, gift bags and tiny paper plants for friends - or simply for yourself!
* 11 projects are explored in depth and accompanied by numerous variations
* New and inventive ideas for using your craft punches will give your old punches a new lease of life
* Over 200 photographs accompany the projects, making the clear step-by-step format accessible to all ages and skill levels
* 11 projects are explored in depth and accompanied by numerous variations
* New and inventive ideas for using your craft punches will give your old punches a new lease of life
* Over 200 photographs accompany the projects, making the clear step-by-step format accessible to all ages and skill levels
Reviews / Votes
June 08Paper punching is a quick and simple craft suitable for anyone of any age and Michelle Powell's fantastic book will quickly make an expert of anyone. You'll learn to make everything from delicate paper flowers to great gift tins and from cards to handbags! There are ideas for gifts such as artist trading cards, cards, gift bags and tiny paper plants for friends The 11 projects are explored in depth and accompanied by numerous variations. There are new and inventive ideas, which will give your old punches a new lease of life. Over 200 photographs accompany the projects, making the clear step-by-step format accessible to all ages and skill levels. * Machine Knitting Monthly * Aug 08
Michelle Powell's inspiring book shows you how to make an assrotment of different items - from gift boxes and cards to a super model orchid - by using shapes punched out from pieces of paper. In-depth instructions show you how to use craft punches to great effect, even showing that some shapes can be cut to provide more than one use. * PEOPLES FRIEND * Issue 48
This great book covers a whole host of different applications for your paper punches. As well as covering ideas and techniques for great cards, Michelle takes you through the steps for decor items such as 3D paper flowers and mini fairies, covering books, decorative tins and more. * SIMPLY CARDS & PAPERCRAFT *
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Tunbridge Wells
United Kingdom
Illustrations
80 Illustrations, color
Dimensions
Height: 260 mm
Width: 330 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-84448-167-5 (9781844481675)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Michelle Powell studied design and display at Gloucestershire College of Arts and Technology before going on to train as a teacher at Bath College of Higher Education. She majored in printing and papermaking and graduated with a degree in teaching art. Previously editor of Practical Crafts and Scrapbook Magic magazines, Michelle is now a full time craft project designer and author. Michelle is currently building her own house with her partner Christian.
Content
Introduction 6
Materials 8
Punching paper 12
Wedding Card 14
Seasonal Snowman 20
Glitzy Gift Bag 26
Medallion-punched Box 34
Orchid 42
Magic Box 48
Gift Wallet 52
Floral Tin 56
Decorated Notebook 62
Artist Trading Card 68
Framed Collage 72
Templates 78
Index 80
Materials 8
Punching paper 12
Wedding Card 14
Seasonal Snowman 20
Glitzy Gift Bag 26
Medallion-punched Box 34
Orchid 42
Magic Box 48
Gift Wallet 52
Floral Tin 56
Decorated Notebook 62
Artist Trading Card 68
Framed Collage 72
Templates 78
Index 80