FROM FABRIC TO FELT — new
techniques in nuno felting
By Catherine O’Leary
Acclaimed fi bre artist Catherine O’Leary introduces
her distinctive, painterly approach to nuno felting with
trademark techniques that make the craft easier to master,
more creative, and more personal. Her exciting innovation,
‘nuno pre-felts’, integrates commercially printed fabric into
the process and then uses these patterned pieces as design
elements to create artful wearables and accessories. Explore
the principles of art and composition, like shape, colour
and texture whilst working on the inspirational projects,
plus a gallery of works illustrating the wide-ranging
possibilities, using the methods you learn.RRP: $24.99
ISBN: 978-1-60059-667-4
Publisher: Lark Books
Australian Distributor: Capricorn LinkSOCKTOPUS SOCKS — Six pairs of Socks
to Knit & Show Off
By Alice Yu
If you love knitting socks or want to learn how, you’ll
love Socktopus – it’s packed with inspiring designs, how-to
instruction, creative patterns, and expert tips. Knitting socks
has never been so easy or so much fun!
This book features 17 amazing patterns, each sized in small,
medium and large. There are no more worries about getting
the right fi t, just follow the simple directions for shaping toes,
turning heels, sizing a sole and fi tting for a high arch for a
custom fi t.
Love yarns? You’re in for a treat as there is a complete
section devoted to the subject, acquainting you with
wonderful yarns and fi bres.
Socktopus will inspire you with ideas for creating your
own one-of-a-kind socks so you can dive into knitting
socks feet fi rst!RRP: $14.99
ISBN: 978-1-62710-100-4
Publisher: The Taunton Press
Australian Distributor: Capricorn LinkFor Capricorn Link wholesale enquiries contact
[email protected]All books available from all good book shops.