Fabric Surface Design: Painting, Stamping, Rubbing, Stenciling, Silk Screening, Resists, Image Transfer, Marbling, Crayons & Colored Pencils, Batik, Nature Prints, Monotype Printing

I appreciate that the author names and pictures the actual products used for many of the techniques in the book. Some readers will use products that they have on hand, but I find it helpful to know specific name brands and see the actual product as a matter of choice. Though such a book cannot completely cover every aspect of each technique, it is a sound introduction to fundamental processes. The author offers further reference to books, publications and websites of the works by featured artist's, as well as a useful list of resources. Color-coded chapters and an inclusive index make for ease of use, while full-color phots offer visual instruction in conjunction with the text. Cheryl Rezendes has succeeded in her effort to edify, inspire and entertain her readers. Overall, this book is a worthy reference on the subject of surface design for various mediums; a joy to read and peruse.

I actually checked this book out at my local library and loved it so much that I bought it. It has so many ideas to try and inspires creativity. Easy to read and gives specific directions and ideas.

I like that it has pictures and supply lists. Explains how to do each technique.

I originally checked this book out from my local library but it had so much info I wanted my own copy.

First let me say that I am not an artist, only a hobbyist.The author covers many, many techniques for fabric design. The instructions are written simply, for a novice to follow, and although I haven't attempted any of her instructions yet, they are well explained and I do not foresee any problems following them. I enjoyed the profiles of fiber artists with their work, and I appreciate the color theory review. She gives a great list of references and sources, which will be a future treasure hunt for me.I do wish the techniques went a little deeper and broader, for example tips or instructions on how to combine several techniques.

I just received this book today and I am impressed with the contents and how extensive it is. I already own a number of other surface design and mixed media books, but I have to say that I am very happy with my purchase of the "Fabric Surface Design". It contains a high number of different creative techniques and some that I had not yet seen in my other books. I have no regrets buying this book and would definitely recommend it.

Love the scope of material covered. Many, many techniques shown. Hard to find a book that deals only with fabric surface design. This book covers stamping, stenciling, monotype, gelatin prints, silk-screening, image transfer, marbling, drawing, sewing embellishment, nature printing, relief printing, resists, acrylic spray. Each of these subjects delves into sub-group subjects. Great photos of processes and finished items for reference. Good book for the value!

I am not a professional review writer and no one asked me to write this review. I am writing because I think this book is fabulous. This book fully explains how to create beautiful fabric surface designs using just about every technique imaginable. For example Cheryl has the most comprehensive chapter on the screen printing. She takes her reader from simple to more challenging but makes even the most challenging technique achievable because her instructions and illustrations are clear. Beginning and Experienced fiber artists will love this book. I will read this from cover to cover before I sign up for another fiber art workshop.

This is a remarkable book!It covers quite a wide range of techniques, including stenciling, screen printing, block printing, batik and assorted resists, rudimentary shibori, handpainting, and more, but with enough practical detail and step by step photos that one really could use the techniques described with little confusion. It includes some fun variations on traditional techniques that can help inspire your creativity. It is impressively comprehensive given that it is not actually a thick book.One point to note, the author almost exclusively uses fabric paint, not dyes. So if you prefer working with dyes, some adjustments may need to be made, but it is still very worthwhile nonetheless.

Great book for anyone interested in learning and trying different techniques of printing fabric. Highly recommend!

Lots of techniques explained clearly. Wish the process of making screens and blocks for printing was more elaborate.

Just starting out designing and printing my own fabric, i was looking for a book that covered different stamping and dying techniques and this is very good even though it is US based. She covers different techniques including stamping, stencilling, monotype, gelli prints, silk screen, working with resists, image transfer, marbling and drawing on fabric with good visual guides. There is plenty to try out and increase your repertoire if your new to textile printing, i am slowly working my way through them all. I did buy this as a kindle book but i am going to purchase it in hardback.

Il libro, oltre a fornire indicazioni sulle varie tecniche e sperimentazioni nel campo della decorazione del tessuto, offre molti spunti per aumentare la creatività. Molto propositivo, mi è piaciuto!