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18 An Introduction to Silk Painting
by Diane Tuckman & Jan Janas
If you’ve ever been intrigued by silk painting, you’ll be delighted to learn how easy it is to get started in this free-spirited art form.

36 Nomad Coats: Felted Garments
by Anne Sheikh
When she started making her Nomad series of long coats, the artist imagined living in ancient pre-civilization times, working with animal skins, fur, hair, and bone or antler. The result was her spectacular felted garments.

40 Expressions in Wire
by Mary Wales Loomis
Working with her hands and a few simple tools from the hardware store, the artist learned how to express herself in wire.

DEPARTMENTS

6 Material Differences: Silk Satin
by Sally Anne Artese
Sumptuous silk satin: In addition to its luxurious weight, this material has the unique sheen and clarity of color of all silks. Learn more about silk satin and how to use it in your next wearable-art project.

10 Embellishments: Hand-Dyeing Laces & Trims
by Linda Ryan
Hand-dyed lace is an invaluable addition to crazy patch, decorative, and elegant handmade garments. Learn the technique of dyeing laces and trims to make your own decorative embellishments.

14 Accoutrements: Crocheted Beaded Bangles
by Eed Issawasopon
These beaded beauties are crocheted onto sturdy plastic tubing to make stylish bangles you can wear with anything in your wardrobe.

24 Clay Arts: From Buttons to Beads
by Sarajane Helm
The artist shares her technique for turning unusual buttons into pretty clay beads.

28 On the Surface: Exotic Collars
by Michelle Newman
“Elaborate collars are tangible vehicles for my artistic expression,” says the artist, who shares her techniques for creating intricate collars with an ethnic influence.

32 The Professional Artist
by Sarajane Helm
The author teaches you how to market your wearable art.

49 Designer Collection: Rami Kim
by Ricë Freeman-Zachery
Meet the incomparable Rami Kim, whose ensembles combine not just sewing and beading, but also quilting and dyeing enhanced with traditional Korean motifs.