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| Title: | Prodded Hooking For a Three-Dimensional Effect
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| Author: | Gene Shepherd |
| ISBN: | 1881982610 : 9781881982616 |
| Illustrations: | 120 colour photos |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Size: | 210x280mm |
| Pages: | 96 |
| Weight: | .458 Kg. |
| Published: | Stackpole Books (Rug Hooking Magazine) - November 2008 |
| List Price: | 18.5 Pounds Sterling |
| Availability: | In Print |
| Subjects: | Rug & carpetmaking |
Book & DVD. Uncover the history and background of traditional proddy. The book: offers techniques for different prodding methods; Describes other forms of three-dimensional rug hooking; Step-by-step instructions and templates to create realistic-shaped proddy flower petals; Includes a special table-runner project, full-size pattern insert, and instructional DVD Three-dimensional rug hooking is gaining momentum in the fibre arts field as a way of accessorising traditional work. Gene Shepherd gives a comprehensive look at the origin of prodded rugs and gives step-by-step instructions to achieve the look of realistic flowers and leaves. Beginning with the background of traditional prodded hooking and methods to do it, he covers realistic-shaped proddy flowers, moulded hooking, decorative knots, and backgrounds that appear three-dimensional. Learn how to use pancake-dyed wools and alternate loop (beaded) techniques.
