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B027

96 pages

8-1/2x11   

Step-by-step instructions!

Handle fabric items with confidence!  This volume covers: Handling needlework in the frame shop,

Basic fabric construction, Types of needlework and fabric, Notions, Cleaning and repairs, Pressing needlework, Blocking needlework, 12 Methods of mounting textiles, 15 projects that include: Needlepoint, Cross-Stitch, Crewel, Antique Sampler, Quilt, Kimono, Carpet, Scroll, Scarf, Hankie, Persian Painting, Doily, Papyrus, Weaving and a Flag, Framing Canvas & Fabric.  Suggested by the Professional Picture Framers Association as a  study guide for the Certified Picture Framers test.

Table of Contents

1 Framing Needlework 7
Twelve Rules for Framing Textiles 8
Guidelines for Framing Textiles 9
stretching, blocking, glazing, hairs,
missed stitches, excess material,
tape on edges, sealing frame rabbets,
traveling stitches 9
impossible needlepoints, puckers 10
Handling Textiles at the Design Counter 10
Conservation Considerations 11
 
2 Fabric Construction 12
Woven, Knitted, Knotting,
Felted, Bonded, Braided 12
Type of Fibers
Natural: cotton, linen ramie, silk, wool, 13
Synthetic: rayon, velvet, metallic, acetate,
triacetate, nylon, acrylic, dacron polyester 14
 
3 Types of Needlework & Fabric 16
& Methods for Framing
Embroidery 16
Crewel, Candlewicking 17
Cross-stitch, Counted Cross-stitch 18
Types of fabrics for Cross-stitch 19
Cutwork, Eyelet, Drawn Thread 20
Swedish Weaving, Pulled Thread 21
Chinese Embroidery 21
Quilting 22
Applique, Mola 23
Kalaga, Trapunto 24
Tapestries 25
Needlepoint 26
Gros Point, Petit Point, Bargello, Quick Point 27
Punch Needlework 28
Knitting, Crochet, Tatting 29
Lace 30
Rugs 31
Painted Fabric 32
Scarf, Batik 33
Flags & Banners, Clothing 34
Decorative Fabric, Tapa Cloth, Papyrus 34

 
4 Notions, Cleaning & Repair 35
Notions
Needles, Pins, Threads, Quilt Bat
Adhesives, Tools
Cleaning
Vacuuming 38
Dry Cleaning, Spot Cleaning, 39
Mildew, Bugs 40
Wet Cleaning 41
Repairs
Holes, Pulls, Snags, Tears 42
Removal from a board, blood 42
Sewing Edge Strips 43


 

5 Pressing and Blocking 44
Pressing 44, 45
Blocking 45
Wood Blocking Board 46
Gingham Blocking Board 47
Steam Blocking Needlepoint 48, 49
Wet Blocking 49
 

6 Mounting Needlework 50
Support Materials
Mounting Boards, Matboards 50
Foam Boards 50
Rods, Stretchers, Strainers, Spacers 51
Unsuitable Supports 51
 

Mounting Methods
1. Lacing 52
2. Pins & Foam Board 54
3. The Tight Fit 55
4. The Newberry Method 56
5. Sewing: Light Tacking 58
6. Sewing: Full Support 59
7. Interior Support 60
8. Hook and Loop Suspension 60
9. Hook & Loop Surround 61
10. Float Mount 61
11. Rod Suspension 62
12. Stapling 63
13. Stapling to Stretchers or Strainer 64
14. Stapling Flat 65
15. Hinges 66
16. Tape Mounting 66

Mounting Methods for
Fabric-Covered Mats and Backing Boards:
Wet Mounting 67
Dry Mounting 68

7 Projects 69
Antique Sampler 69
Cross-stitch & Crewel 70, 71
Needlepoint 72, 73
Quilt or Large Textile 74, 75
Flags & Banners 76, 77
Small Carpet 78, 79
Kimono 80
Large Silk Scarf 81
Baby Clothing 82, 83
Embroidery on Silk 84
Paintings on Silk 85
Latch Hook Rug 86
Doily & Brooch, Hankies 87
Oriental Scroll or Long Fabric 88
Tapas & Papyrus 89

8 Framing Canvas & Fabric 90
Types of “Art” on Canvas 90
Stretcher Frames 90
The Basic Stretching Process 92
Notes about Cleaning and Restoration 93
Fitting Art on Canvas 94