Book - HOW TO MARBLEIZE PAPER - Gabriele Grunebaum

Dover Publications 1984

32 paged softcover book in good condition

Step-by-Step Instructions For 12 Traditional Patterns

The beautiful centuries-old craft of marbleizing - decorating paper through the use of "floating colors" - dates back to 8th century Japan. Today marbleizing is a newly popular craft, enjoyed for the exquisite and unique designs it produces and its myriad of decorative applications.

This volume is a complete step-by-step illustrated guide to the entire marbleizing process. Artist Gabriele Grunebaum shows you how to prepare colors, form beautiful, striking patterns and transfer them onto prepared paper. Included are a list of tools and materials and helpful suggestions for avoiding common mistakes. In addition, an informative introduction traces the history of this wonderful handicraft.

Create beautiful, versatile craft papers with colorful swirls, bold spotted designs and exciting combed lines. Choose from 12 different patterns:

Fantasy ~ Stone ~ Swedish ~ Wave ~ Comb ~ Snail ~ Bouquet/Peacock

Floral ~ Veined ~ Tiger ~ Oil-Color ~ Oil/Color Batik

Marbleized paper can be used for decorating books, boxes, lampshades, wall hangings, decoupage, picture frames, linings, wallpaper, greetings cards, stationery . . . almost any craft project. Artists and craftspeople who want to create their own original marbleized papers will find this edition a handy guide for learning basic techniques and a rich source of design ideas.