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12 Faux Glass Beads
by Lisa Renner
Turn ordinary copper tubing into beads that look just like glass!

22 Charmed, I’m Sure!
by Debbie Sanchez
Rediscover the joys of shrink plastic to make a charming necklace.

43 Portrait Purses
by Dan DeSantis
An overlarge tote bag is the perfect canvas for your art.

DEPARTMENTS

6 Accoutrements: The Gourd Purse
by Linda O’Brien
Harvest your art: Make an arty purse out of an ordinary gourd!

10 Material Differences: Doupioni Silk
by Sally Anne Artese
“Silk,” says the author, “speaks to the artist and poet in each of us.” We couldn’t agree more.

16 Threads: The Anasazi Memory Coat
by Justine Limpus Parish
She started with a watercolor painting, using it as a springboard to create her stunning fabric-collage coat.

28 On the Surface: Painting & Stamping on Denim
by Sherrill Kahn
Learn how to turn ordinary jean material into a fabulous painting and stamping surface!

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

34 Clay Arts: Clay Petal Pendants
by Donna Kato
They look painted on, but these pretty petals are actually clay canes. An inspiring article for experienced clay artists.

50 Embellishments: Fiber Flowers
by Janice Rosema
Crocheted flowers are the perfect embellishment for summertime hats and clothing.

54 Designer Collection: John Marshall
by Sharilyn Miller
His exotic, screen-printed fabrics will amaze you. Meet artist John Marshall, whose gallery-level artwork turns the human body into a living canvas.

64 Salon
by our readers
Art-to-wear garments, beaded jewelry, polymer clay, scarves and other fashion accessories—15 pages of glorious artwork, and it’s all handmade by our creative and talented readers!

96 Tapestry: The Antique Wedding Gown
by Mary E. Berg