The Book of Paper Cutting : A Complete Guide to All the Techniques -- with More Than 100 Project Ideas / Chris Rich

Identifier:REF.PT.1433

Dimensions:128 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 26 cm.

Copyright dates:1993

Library of Congress Subject Headings:Paper art, Paper work

Description:"This book will introduce you to both the act and the art of cutting paper. In it you'll find everything you need except the tools themselves: a bit of history, complete instructions for the novice papercutter, some of today's finest designs, and a wide range of projects to suite every taste and skill level." - Introduction Contents: Introduction -- A Brief History -- Basic Techniques -- THE PROJECTS -- Out of the Past: Traditional Papercutting -- From the Spirit: Holidays and Celebrations -- For the Record: Reading, Writing, and Keeping Track -- In the Home: Decorations -- For Its Own Sake: Art and Whimsy -- Inspirations -- Credits -- Bibliography -- Index