A Complete Guide to the Ornamental Leather Work Contributor(s): Anon (Author) |
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ISBN: 1443760196 ISBN-13: 9781443760195 Publisher: Mottelay Press
Binding Type: Paperback Published: October 2008 Annotation: Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies | Leatherwork - Design | Textile & Costume - Technology & Engineering | Textiles & Polymers |
Dewey: 745.531 |
Physical Information: 0.24" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" L (0.30 lbs) 100 pages |
Features: Illustrated |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This antique book contains a detailed and accessible guide to the creation of ornaments using the medium of leather. Concerning itself primarily with the creation of floral ornaments and designs, this is a great handbook for those interested in decorative leatherwork and will be of considerable value for both the amateur and seasoned leatherworker alike. Chapters included in this text are: 'The Materials', 'Leather', 'Directions for Making the Leaves', 'To Harden Them', 'To Stain Them', 'To Make Stems', 'To Make Tendrils', 'Grapes', 'To Ornament The Frame', 'The proper Kind of Frames to Procure', 'Watch Stands', 'The White Lily', 'Fuchsia', 'Brackets', and many more. This text has been elected for modern republication due to its educational value, and is proudly republished now complete with its original illustrations and a new introduction to the subject. |
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