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Mixed-media artist Céline Navarro reveals the healing powers of art in her book “Amour Fraternel” (Sisterly Love), dedicated to her sister’s, Barbara’s, strength in her brave and graceful struggle with a rare form of cancer. For details on how Céline created her book, please see her article, “Amour Fraternel (Sisterly Love)” on page 6.
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AMOUR FRATERNEL (SISTERLY LOVE): A Book of Healing and Hope
An intriguing book dedicated to a beloved sister’s struggle with cancer.
by Céline Navarro |
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JAKE’S BOOK: Treasure in a T-Shirt
A baby’s t-shirt dresses up an unusual brag book.
by Tammy Kushnir |
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ILLUMINATING MY GRANDMOTHER’S DREAMS: Accordion Book Alchemy
A granddaughter imagines her grandmother’s desires in an accordion book
that unfolds like a dream.
by Susan Hannen |
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A BOOK OF TREASURES: A Hand-stitched Book of Memories
Tiny mementos inhabit the wooden shelves of this unusual, hand-stitched book.
by Kay Williamson
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VINTAGE RE-ENVISIONED: Creating Clothing Keepsakes
A child’s dress becomes sculptural, gloves are garnished with mementos, and a lacy undergarment sees new life.
by Lauren Mumford |
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ALL ABOUT ME BOOK: No Rules!
Independence and artistic expression in a book inspired by Nina Bagley.
by Gretchen Goodwin |
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BOOKS OF LOVE: Handmade Books for Family Members
Memory books made for a mother suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and a brother who anxiously awaits his own special book.
by Nancy S. Elliott |
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MEMORIES FOR MOTHER: A Daughter’s Fabric Book Tribute
A mother’s 84th birthday present also gives a daughter the gift of insight
into her heritage.
by Deborah Powell |
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FAMILY YEARBOOK: A Quad of Keepsakes for My Four Sons
In a clever twist, four sons each get their own memory sections, all in one album.
by Carrie Harney
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YOU’D BETTER LISTEN TO YOUR MOMMA!: Funky Wearable
Art with “Mom-isms”
A denim jacket and handbag become quirky conversation pieces with some of Mom’s favorite phrases.
by Ricë Freeman-Zachery |
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PAGES: From Our Readers’ Personal Collections |
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THE VIRTUAL GALLERY: Digital Scrapbook Pages |
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DETAILS: Creative Touches & Techniques |
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THE FAMILY ALBUM: Artwork from Our Readers |
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SCRAPBOOKING ON A DIME: Money-Saving Tips and Techniques |
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GETTING THE PICTURE: Make the Most of Your Photographs
Simple Touches Make Photos “Perfectly Perfect”
by Julie Laakso |
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FROM THE HEART: Handcrafted Gifts for Friends & Family
Little Things: Mini Style Stone Albums
by Kay Williamson |
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REMEMBRANCES: A Reader’s Tribute
A Mother’s Strength, Wisdom and Grace: A Fiber Art Journal Tribute
by Patricia Spiller |
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CYBER ART: Creating with Technology
Make Your Mark with Digital Brushwork
by Michelle Shefveland
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SPECIAL BONUS!
Artists’ paper between pages 80 and 81. |
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TIMELY EVENTS: Workshops, Tours & Conventions |
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RESOURCE GUIDE |
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LEGACY’S LIBRARY: Book Reviews |
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LOOKING AHEAD: What’s in the Next Legacy |
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TOOLS FOR CREATIVITY: New Product Reviews |
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SAMPLE INSTRUCTIONS |
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SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: How to Share Your Heritage/Memory Art |
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ONLINE
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DESTINATIONS |
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SYLVIA
BISSONNETTE
Cover and pages 7, 13, 17, 32, 44
LORIN
BACKE
Pages 6, 8-9, 12, 14-15, 18, 22-31, 33-43, 46-49, 51-62, 70, 82-95, 97, 112
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BRITTNEY PETTY
Pages 64, 66
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Here
are just a few highlights from our April/May 2006 issue!
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Vintage Re-envisioned: Creating Clothing Keepsakes”
Lauren Mumford creates extraordinary remembrances with orphaned and gently used clothing and accessories. She shapes the garments then embellishes her delicate works with photographs, buttons, lace and found treasures. |
“A Book of Treasures: a Hand-stitched Book of Memories”
Kay Williamson fashions a book from tiny pinewood compartments and black cardstock pages. Drawing inspiration from her move to a new home, Kay fills the compartments with tiny treasures including stamps, bobbins and pictures. The pages feature black and white photography and journaling in white ink. |
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“You’d Better Listen to Your Momma!: Funky Wearable Art with ‘Mom-isms’”
Rice Freeman-Zachery pays tribute to all mothers with her hip take on art-to-wear. Her jacket and tote proudly display the warnings we have all heard, from “Sit up straight” to “Do I look like your maid?” |
“Memories for Mother: A Daughter’s Fabric Book Tribute”
Calligrapher Deborah Powell puts her pen to fabric in this beautifully layered memory book. Soft, warm colors, photo transfers, and fabric pockets adorn pages that are filled with hand written stories.
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