The Art of Contemporary Woven Paper Basketry

Unlock your creativity with 'The Art of Contemporary Woven Paper Basketry' by Dorothy McGuinness, a comprehensive guide that empowers crafters to explore the captivating world of paper basketry. This hardback book, published by Schiffer Books, spans 176 beautifully illustrated pages filled with innovative techniques and inspirational projects. McGuinness shares her unique method of weaving with watercolor paper strips, meticulously cut to 3 millimeters, allowing artists and hobbyists alike to craft stunning baskets and sculptural forms. The book covers essential weaving techniques such as diagonal twill and undulating twill, helping you master complex woven designs. Discover new structural forms with multiple woven units, asymmetrical corners, and tandem multi-stepped corners that enhance the integrity and beauty of your creations. Dive into the art of rim treatments and imaginative color patterns, which transform the appearance of your baskets as you weave upwards. Embrace your artistic side and find the courage to infuse personal touches into each project. Whether you are a beginner or want to elevate your paper weaving skills, this book serves as your ultimate guide in creating elegant, energy-infused artworks that will captivate and inspire.

Author: Dorothy McGuinness Publisher: Schiffer Books
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 229 x 229 mm
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 31-10-2021

Using hundreds of strips of paper at a time, strips that are cut 3 millimeters wide with a pasta cutter from watercolor paper painted with acrylics, McGuinness weaves in original ways that build unique and intriguing forms. Her creations, whether baskets or sculptural art, exude energy and elegance. Here she shares for the first time, in fascinating photos and practical text, how to weave several basket shapes in diagonal twill, including instructions in undulating twill. Explore new structural forms: weaving multiple woven units together, asymmetrical corners, and multiple-stepped corners in tandem that add structure to the work. McGuinness demonstrates how to create several rim treatment finishes for the baskets. Next, learn some different ways to incorporate a sculptural element into your work. You'll also explore how various color patterns in the base will weave up on the sides of the basket. Throughout, she encourages you to search your own interests for ideas to incorporate.