Art in Felt & Stitch Creating Beautiful Works of Art Using Fleece, Fibres and Threads

In this visually stunning book, Moy Mackay reveals how to create beautiful pictures using felt instead of paint. Every part of the process is covered, including the materials and tools needed, the felt-making process itself, and how to put together four fabulous felt painting projects. There is guidance on stitching, including both hand and machine stitching, as well as an emphasis on how to use color and introduce texture in the form of different fibers and threads. Numerous examples of Moy's vibrant work appear through the book to serve as inspiration.

Moy Mackay is an artist whose works are created by replacing paint as a medium with merino, and combining traditional felting techniques with a fine art application. She exhibits her work at galleries throughout the UK and the United States.

A vibrant introduction to producing colourful pictures in felt
Covers the basic techniques through clear, step-by-step instructions and photographs
Four fabulous projects, and numerous examples of the authors work throughout the book make this an ideal source of information and ideas for artists of all abilities