Hot Textiles By Kim Thittichai Publisher     Batsford Edition     Hardback Size     222 x 282 mm Illustrations     Colour throughout Pages     128 Kim Thittichai is a major textile artist who specialises in teaching experimental textiles. She regularly travels to the International Craft and Hobby Fairs (ICHF) and exhibits and lectures internationally. An inspirational and practical guide to the potential of heat tools for textile artists. Soldering irons, heat guns and household irons can be used in a myriad of ways - from adding texture and variety to textile work to creating impressive three-dimensional vessels. This important book for textile artists is illustrated throughout with the author's renowned work and inspiring pieces by other leading textile artists. From free-standing, highly textured vessels, to exquisitely formed beads and beautiful embellishment, this is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to take their work to another level. Burn, layer, melt, distort and shape a range of exciting materials with heat tools to create beautiful textiles - whether for textured embellishment or to form stunning three-dimensional vessels. Easy-to-follow instructions and creative techniques for using simple equipment such as household irons, heat guns and soldering irons. Innovative ideas for using Bondaweb, Lutradur, Tyvet and Pelmet Vilene, as well as salvaged materials such as plastic shopping bags, cellophane and fabrics. Illustrated throughout with inspiring examples from textile artists working in the field, this beautiful guide is ideal for anyone wishing to experiment and develop their work further. The Textile Directory Bookstore postal charges: UK 1 book = £2.50 2 books = £4.50 3 books = £7.00 4 books or more = £9.00 Overseas 1 book = £6.00 2 books = £10.00 3 books = £14.00 4 books or more = £18.00 To read a review of this book please click here Price: £18.99