Description

A fresh, fun and contemporary book of 100 DIY paper projects with a modern, quirky twist! Paperie features a myriad of innovative ideas and easy-to-master papercraft techniques including clever ideas for unique stationery, home decor, cute paper jewellery, inspiring wedding ideas, upcycled gifts and one-of-a-kind accessories. Each of the techniques are accompanied by simple step-by-step instructions and diagrams techniques include origami, stamping, stencilling, embossing, transfers, stitching on paper, collage, papercutting, decoupage, screen printing and papier mache. For those who can’t wait to get started the tear-out pages at the back of the book offer stunning patterned papers and templates that you can use to create some of the projects right away! Here are some of the fab projects you can make: stationery items – envelopes, gift wrap, calendars and business cards, or stuff for parties – banners, garlands, badges, crackers and hats, puppets, or decor for the home – wall art, lighting, bowls, storage, vases, maps and birdhouses, even accessories – shoes, necklaces, spectacles and cufflinks, for weddings – pinatas, confetti, flowers and favours, or for those special gifts – mobiles, kites, pomanders, picture frames… and much, much more! AUTHOR: Kirsty Neale is a freelance writer, illustrator and designer-maker living in London. She specialises in paper and fabric crafts, often combining new materials with vintage or repurposed finds. Her work is regularly featured in magazines, including Mollie Makes and PaperCraft Inspirations.