Publisher's Synopsis
This book is aimed at both professional framers and textile
artists themselves. It provides a thorough introduction to
presenting and protecting original textile art. The book includes:
- A glossary of useful terms
- Information about choosing a good framer, conservation framing, basic framing techniques and materials for textiles.
- Before you start: preliminary work to be done, correcting any imperfections, discolouration, missing stitches, etc.
- Squaring needlepoint, including types of canvas, equipment needed, techniques and methods.
- Stretching and mounting textile art, including lacing and other
mounting techniques, fabric extensions, types of support, heavy fabrics
and large pieces.
- The frame itself: mouldings and build-ups, glazing, windowmounts.
- Alternatives to conventional frames, e.g. acrylic domes, etc.
