Italian Crafts

Inspirations From Folk Art

Janet D'Amato, Alex D'Amato

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M. Evans& Co Inc
28 July 2014

Lace & lacemaking; Quiltmaking, patchwork & applique; Rural crafts

The folk artists of Italy have created some of the most beautiful crafts in the world: laces, mosaics, leatherwork, quilting, and wood inlay are among the most well-known.

In this vintage book, originally published in 1977, Janet and Alex D’Amato explore these traditional Italian crafts as well as others not so well known, such as tambour (a kind of crocheting worked directly into a fabric), straw marquetry (a mosaic-like craft done with tiny pieces of straw), wood carving and quillwork.

They explain each craft as it was originally practiced, then adapt it to make contemporary craft pieces. The projects include an embroidered full length apron, a bobbin lace wall hanging, a straw marquetry box, jewelry, and many more. Also included are instructions for a Presepio (a traditional Italian manger scene) and a Pinocchio marionette.

Italian Crafts will teach you the traditional folk arts of Italy, and will inspire you to use those folk arts in new and creative ways. There are line drawings and photographs throughout this unique book.

By: Janet D'Amato, Alex D'Amato
Imprint: M. Evans& Co Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 154mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 245g
ISBN: 9781590774380
ISBN 10: 1590774388
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 28 July 2014
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Janet and Alex D’Amato are an illustrator/designer team who have created many craft books, including Quillwork: The Art of Paper Filigree and Native American Craft Inspirations.

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Italian Crafts

Inspirations From Folk Art

Janet D'Amato, Alex D'Amato

$33.95

Paperback

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