Italian Crafts: Inspirations From Folk Art

The folk artists of Italy have created some of the most beautiful crafts in the world: laces, mosaics, leatherwork, quilting, and wood inlay are among the most well-known. In this vintage book, originally published in 1977, Janet and Alex D'Amato explore these traditional Italian crafts as well as others not so well known, such as tambour (a kind of crocheting worked directly into a fabric), straw marquetry (a mosaic-like craft done with tiny pieces of straw), wood carving and quillwork. They explain each craft as it was originally practiced, then adapt it to make contemporary craft pieces. The projects include an embroidered full length apron, a bobbin lace wall hanging, a straw marquetry box, jewelry, and many more. Also included are instructions for a Presepio (a traditional Italian manger scene) and a Pinocchio marionette. Italian Crafts will teach you the traditional folk arts of Italy, and will inspire you to use those folk arts in new and creative ways. There are line drawings and photographs throughout this unique book.

Author: Janet D'Amato, Alex D'Amato
Publisher: M. Evans and Company
Published: 07/28/2014
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.50d
ISBN13: 9781590774380
ISBN10: 1590774388
BISAC Categories:
- Crafts & Hobbies | Folkcrafts
- Crafts & Hobbies | Mixed Media
- Crafts & Hobbies | Needlework | Lace & Tatting

About the Author
Janet and Alex D'Amato are an illustrator/designer team who have created many craft books, including Quillwork: The Art of Paper Filigree and Native American Craft Inspirations.