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I Love Stationery: Inspirational techniques, materials, and practitioners

I Love Stationery: Inspirational techniques, materials, and practitioners

by Charlotte Rivers (Author)

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    Hardcover 2012

    $3.44
Synopsis

I Love Stationery is a celebration of contemporary stationery and the artisanal processes that create gorgeous handmade cards, giftwrap, notebooks, letter sets, invitations, journals and more. Presented by technique, ranging from screenprinting and woodblocking to paper cutting, letterpress, and calligraphy, each chapter begins with a succinct overview that provides a working understanding of the processes involved. Stunning examples of stationery and insights from top designers provide inspiration and insider know-how in equal measure.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 192
 Publisher: Jacqui Small LLP
Published: 01 Feb 2012
ISBN 10: 1906417695
ISBN 13: 9781906417697

Media Reviews
A collection of the very best examples of illustration and design, from gift wrap to greeting cards, notebooks, journals, invitations and more Gift Focus 'Charlotte Rivers has curated the most stylish in snail mail, and it is a joy to leaf through' Mollie Makes 'Clear text and lovely examples' Homes & Gardens 'Stunning little book...wonderful 'eye candy' for card makers.' Papercraft Inspirations 'Insights from top designers and stunning examples of their work provide inspiration and insider know-how' Lancashire Evening Post 'Beautifully designed..I read this book from cover to cover in one gloriously geeky evening and would definitely recommend it to anyone with a fully-fledged stationery fetish.' Confessionsofadesigngeek.com 'The many images are inspiring...The feel is contemporary with a fresh, clean vibe - sort of Orla Kiely meets Rob Ryan. One for any paper/illustrator/crafty geeks.' Thewomensroomblog.com 'Such a delight...a lovely collection of the very best of paper goodness.' Secretsofabutterfly.typepad.com 'If you are a paper lover, or know someone who is, this would make a nice little gift for them.' Charlottesfancy.com 'Beautifully illustrated...this handy sized book is the ultimate world guide to stationery' www.redonline.co.uk 'If you are a beginner or you need to refresh your sewing skills, this book is just what you need. A great gift for someone starting out on their sewing journey.' Sewing World 'It's lovingly shot and the illustrations are clear and easily understood. A very useful book to have around and I'd definitely recommend it to a sewing beginner/advanced beginner.' www.sewhappygeek.co.uk 'a mini tome for designers, craft fans and lovers of the written word' Wales on Sunday 'for designers, craft fans and anyone who prefers the written word to blogging' The Leader
Author Bio
Charlotte Rivers is a freelance writer and contributor to a number of international design magazines. She is the author of numerous books including CD-Art, Maximalism, The Little Book of Letterpress and Handmade Type Workshop. She lives and works in London.