Collage Couture: Techniques for Creating Fashionable Art

I own tons of art and craft books, most of them bought second hand or at different bookstores. This was the first actual paper art book that I bought through Amazon. The first thing that appealed to me was the idea itself was so different from other collage books. I'm not really a fan of messy collage books that don't seem like they have a goal-- this one definitely does. It is really appealing to dress up simple female figures in fashionable clothing made from scrapbooking paper. The book is very well put together with lots of eye candy designs on each page. The artist introduces you to this fab idea and it starts out with the simple basics: drawing proportionate figures and simple clothing design shapes. A lot of the materials used are things that you probably already have on hand if you are a paper artist, scrapbooker, mixed media artist etc. This book actually helps me be environmentally friendly by giving me ideas of what I can do with left over paper from my rubber stamping. Meanwhile a lot of personality in this book comes from the artist, you can still take this same idea and put your own spin on it. I must admit some of the designs were a bit too much for me and I tend to lean towards using 2-3 colors on all of my layouts for cards I make. This just is my own preference really, but if you love to mix polka dots, leopard print and stripes, just go for it. With this book, there is honestly no right or wrong way to make these creations which is a good thing. You don't have to be a very advanced artist to get really nice results. The only thing I wish the artist would've mentioned is how to dress male figures, because it could've been nice to make a wedding couple collage. Although I suppose that is something I could figure out how to do on my own. I recommend this for everyone who loves to have some fun with art.

There are two sections that I have frequently returned to: 1. Proportions. The book recommends drawing measured lines, but I use graph paper. Either way, this section at the very beginning is super helpful. 2. Day of the Dead Collage. I ended up making a Day of the Dead collage using this section, as well as a skeleton sticker and a large spider sticker left over from Halloween. This is not exactly what I had in mind when I purchased the book, but it provided hours of challenging entertainment!

This book has good information and plenty of step through projects to get you started making collage dresses. I've seen this in a magazine before and wanted to try it, but the article didn't have enuf information. This book does it. The instructions are clear and there are enough pictures and ideas to help you develop your own style. While most of the techniques can be found in other collage and scrapbooking books, it's good to those techniques applied to an art I've wanted to try.

Not only do I love collage, but I was the art director for a small chain of department stores and also worked as an illustrator for a fashion designer several years ago. Therefore, when I saw this title, I was intrigued. I was not disappointed. This book begins with a basic introduction to fashion illustration - figure proportions, features, and, clothing. Then, it moves to styling, by providing the reader with ideas to enhance the backgrounds and set the mood. Finally, it features 22 project ideas to apply everything introduced. The projects feature a wide variety of styles, including children's fashions, so there is something to suit everyone's taste. There are also different types of projects, such as canvas art, frames, paper dolls, assemblages, journals and more. What I like best, is that Ms. Nutting continuously encourages the reader to develop their own artistic style through the open ended projects which encourage creativity and originality. Hats off to Ms. Nutting!

I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE this book. I highly recommend it to everyone who enjoys playing with paper. This book along with the author's wonderful Mixed Media Doll Stamps have persuaded me to break into my massive stash of cardstock and actually cut it...lol. That is quite the accomplishment. But I was unable to help myself and I am so happy that I did, because I now have these beautiful dolls gracing my art studio. Seriously, this book gives wonderful instructions on how to draw a fashion doll, easy tips for dressing the doll, and a great reason for why a doll does not need to have a face. Also she teaches several different background techniques that will find their way onto your other papercraft projects like cards, layouts and banners. Do not hesitate to buy this book...it is well worth the price and is a book you will be glad to have in your library. Let's bring back the paper doll, and introduce them to the young people in our lives. Thanks to Julie Nutting for making it easy to create art we are proud to share!!!....and for giving us a way to connect with the young people in our lives!!!

This book is wonderful! Also, it was shipped quickly and packed very well for mailing. Came to me in perfect shape and fast. Great service and book!

I purchase books new as do not like used for multiple reasons. This book has a stain on the first page and worn on top and bottom. Please do not sell used books and advertise as new. I could have saved money if I wanted to but used. Although disappointed when I opened the package, the book is what I expected and can use it to create my own style.

The first one purchased was a gift for a friend who is not only a crafter/artist but also a fashionesta! It inspired her to do a series of all her friends dressed in outfits she feels refelct their personalities. Fun for the collage artist that totally loves girly girl fashion, those that enjoy designing paper dolls, putting fashion into or onto gifts. This book is fun, fun, fun! Lots of great photos and good instructions. Purchased one for using during summer art camp. And the fun just kept developing.

I think this is a lovely book full of fun ideas. I have always loved paper dolls. This book makes them easy to make and share.

I love this book! I keep picking it up and getting lost in the fabulousness of it all. Great inspirational ideas in very clear step by step instructions, including all the tools and materials needed for each project. There's even fun suggestions for setting the mood before you begin, based on the subject you are creating. Julie Nutting has a very friendly, down to earth style of writing, she positively oozes encouragement, even going so far as to confess how she herself had to practice lots when she was learning how to draw and develop her own style. She's very much human, not one little bit scary, writing with humour to put the reader at ease and feel confident in creating their own unique collage. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in collage, clothes, and using figures in your journaling. Can't wait to get started!

J'ai adoré ce livre remplie de gaieté qui propose plein de projets réalisables expliqués pas à pas. Un style trop craquant et une vraie philosophie de la vie.

De verdad que no me esperaba lo que me ha llegado. Pensé que sería un libro como tantos otros de scrapbook, con muchas fotos y poquísimas explicaciones. ¡Cuán equivocada estaba! Lo explica todo, absolutamente TODO, paso a paso, con fotos. No queda ningún secreto sin desvelar. Es un curso completísimo. Recomendable al 100%

Die Autorin muntert auf, ihre fashionable Art-Figuren aus Papier zu gestalten. Zunächst gibt es ganzseitige Strichzeichnungen der Körperproportionen im Stehen oder in Bewegung. Die Beine sind dabei deutlich länger. Auch wie man Augen und Mund gestalten kann, wird an einigen farbigen Zeichungen erklärt. Dann folgen Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen mit farbigen Fotos, wie man die einzelnen Papierteile richtig zusammensetzt, wie man Hintergründe gestaltet oder auf Canvas arbeitet. Wunderschöne Projekte werden in farbigen Schritt-für-Schritt-Fotos sehr gut erklärt. Das Buch ist eine Fundgrube für Ideen, weshalb ich das Buch wärmstens weiterempfehle.