Fabric Memory Books: Techniques, Projects, Inspiration

By Lesley Riley

Book Overview

Nationally known quilter and mixed-media artist Lesley Riley showcases her own work and that of other well-known designers in a series of unique memory books--all made out of fabric. Scrapbookers will discover to their delight that fabric can do things that paper cannot, and they'll get instructions on printing and transferring photos; a range of binding techniques for all skill levels; and ideas for incorporating both hand and machine sewing. Riley explains how to make an unbound book, alter an existing one, and create special features like accordion folds and button joints. Among the 24 imaginative projects: a painted fabric scroll; an old-world style canvas travelogue with richly textured brocades, ribbons, and images from classical art; and a machine-stitched collage "Starbook."

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1600594085
• ISBN13: 9781600594083
• Release Date: September 2008
• Publisher: Lark Books (NC)
• Length: 127 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

Absolutely love this book - so many ideas

I have a lot of books similar to this one, but was surprised to find some new and different ideas in it. I don't know how many times I've bought a book in this genre and wish I hadn't. Not so this time. I think it is well presented and written, good examples and some ideas I had not thought of and will probably actually use! So I would certainly recommend it if you've been thinking about playing around with fabric books and journals.

Excellent book!

This is Lesley's second book and well worth the purchase. So many ideas and information, very much like Quilted Memories, but oriented toward making books. It covers: tools needed, fabric usage, book binding methods, etc. There are so many wonderful examples of books made from many types of "fabric" like interfacing and other spun polyester materials, which is really inspirational. I took Lesley's class on making fabric books and this book is the perfect source for remembering and using what I learned. But, you don't need to take her class, all the information you need is right here. Many other artists also contributed work to the book and their efforts are really fun to see. Buy the book soon, you will go back to it often for inspiration and study.

Simply the Best!

"The art of storytelling in extraordinary fabric books..." Lesley Riley informs and inspires the reader with creative ideas, beautiful projects, and crystal-clear instruction. If you are a first-time fabric bookmaker, you will find step-by-step instructions for 24 beautiful, meaningful projects. If you are an experienced fabric artist, you will find new ideas and exciting inspiration. I have been a student and creator of fabric books for several years, and I found ideas in Lesley's book that I had never come across before. This book is a must-have for anyone interested in fabric art. An extra bonus: the reader feels as though she is the only student in 24 different classes with this renowned fabric artist.

Fabric Memory Books

Lesley's Fabric Memory Books, book is a must have for everyone who loves to make cloth collages and cloth photo transfer collages.I for one will do most of the project ideas in her book. I like that its so packed with beautiful ideas and different books to make. Now I have to buy her other book Quilted Memories. All my stacks of fabrics will little by little have new lives sewn into them. Lesley's book has a wealth of information, wonderful designer art ideas and beautiful photographs. We are so lucky to have such a Diva Cloth Collage Designer share her secrets with us. Theres also a section where shes invited artists friends to share an idea with us. I would love to see Leslie do a How To on her darling Gypsy Moth Dolls!!!! They are so cute. Thanks Lynnette April.

The best I 've seen in Fiber Books

Just when I thought I had seen it all, Leslie comes up with more unique ideas in creating memory books. Leslie takes you through her thought processes as she covers how to construct one of a kind memory books from fiber. The illustrations, directions and colorful pictures make this book a must have for creative fiber artists, quilters, mixed media artists and crafters.