9781579548650. New condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. Pages: 182. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 182 p. Contains: Illustrations. For anyone who appreciates the beauty of nature, Pounding Flowers is the perfect craft. Using materials that are readily available and following a satisfying simple technique, readers can produce beautiful botanical impressions that make great gifts, appealing wearable art, or attractive home accessories. In this lavishly illustrated book, author Laura Martin describes projects that anyone of any skill level can do. All one needs are a few flowers and leaves, a hammer, a solid surface to pound on, and paper or fabric to receive the image. Examples of the 48 projects include tablecloths and napkins, sleep pillows, lampshades, place mats, gift wrap, scarves, and greeting cards. A complete plant guide covers all the best plant materials to use and details how to grow, harvest and hammer each one for sure fire success every time.
The Art and Craft of Pounding Flowers by Laura C. Martin
No ink, no paint--just a hammer!
Who would imagine that flowers and leaves from your garden, from a houseplant, or even from a store, could be used--without the fuss of ink or paint--to make beautiful, lasting images? This remarkable new book shows you how to transfer pigment directly from a flower or leaf onto fabric or paper for an exquisite imprint--with just a hammer!
Complete instructions on choosing the best plants, selecting fabrics and paper, hammering flowers, and preserving your botanical impressions
More than 50 projects, including greeting cards, wrapping paper and ribbon, journals, place mats, napkins, throw pillows, wall hangings, curtains, T-shirts, scarves, baby gifts, Christmas ornaments, and much more--all with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions
Gorgeous color photographs and illustrations throughout
Craft and gardening enthusiasts alike will enjoy this beautiful book that combines two of the most popular and rewarding hobbies in America. Parents, teachers, and children will love it, too!
