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Over 1006 colour photographs
Over 108 illustrations
Over 125 projects

• Over 1000 full-colour photographs and diagrams illustrate 125 step-by-step projects



• Clear easy-to-follow information on materials, equipment and techniques



• Papercraft projects for all occasions, from delightful gifts for family and friends, and fun projects to make with children, to decorative ideas for around the home



• Includes traditional crafts such as decoupage, paper cutting and quilling, with projects for special occasions such as Christmas, Valentine's Day and anniversaries



• The latest in contemporary designs and techniques are explored and made simple, from gilding to stamping.



• Experiment with the full range of papers available today, from humble cardboard boxes and newspaper to delicate handmade Japanese paper

Over the centuries, diverse traditions of paper working have been developed all around the world, each reflecting the essence of the culture in which it originated.

In addition, craft workers and artists have borrowed and adapted techniques to influence their own work. The result is a vast array of distinctive paper good and decoration that is breathtaking in its scope and beauty.

This book has gathered together 125 papercraft projects for you to make at home from paper construction projects to exquisite examples of decoupage, papier mache, paper cutting and collage. All the projects are easy to follow, relying on fairly basic materials and equipment.

Projects include silhouettes, mirror frames, lampshades, screens, Christmas decorations, stationery, greetings cards, gift wraps, treasure boxes, childrens' toys, trays, ornaments, vases, plates and mobiles.

Each project is clearly illustrated with detailed step-by-step colour photography to guide you through every stage. A comprehensive section at the beginning of the book describes all the materials and equipment you will need, as well as essential paper working techniques.

About the Authors

Lucy Painter - Editor

Lucy Painter is a highly creative artist, editor and writer about a wide variety of craft mediums and techniques. For this volume she has brought together the work of a number of well-known paper artists and designers including Angela A'Court, Marion Elliot and Paul Jackson.