PearlyBooks

21 in stock

From painting with outliner to more expressive salt-and-water techniques, all the materials and techniques required are covered in the indispensable technical section. Then the 10 projects are explained through step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions, encouraging the reader to progress in the art of silk painting. Each project also features practical colour photographs and art works to assist with technique. Once painted, the silk can be made into a wide range of finished items, from a simple card or gift tag to a pretty cushion cover or wash bag. Practical applications include a happy whale cushion in Mediterranean colours, and a topiary images applied to a dressing table set. Bright, cheerful summer colours feature on a beach-bag and sunglasses case.