Antique Paper

Creating Decorative Paper

"This book has more than enough to keep crafters of all ages busy." --Lani Smith, Booklist Paint, print, layer, and scrape to produce vibrant, creative papers for scrapbooks, greeting cards, collages, gift wrap, book making, and decorating surfaces Filled with full-color examples of beautiful paper along with instruction and inspiration Covers wet-on-wet techniques, masking, frottage, effects with solvents, resists, faux effects, and more Includes instructions for projects that incorporate decorative papers, illustrated with step-by-step photos

Paper Punching (A Passion for Paper)

With step-by-step instructions and a wealth of photographs, this book explores 11 projects in depth and provides numerous variations for each so that papercrafters, cardmakers, and scrapbookers can customize each one for endless uses. Fun and contemporary, these paper punches—which include bags, boxes, and gift cards—are suitable for all skill levels, and experienced crafters will appreciate innovative ideas for modifications to make to old punches.

The Role of Streptomycetes in the Biodeterioration of Historic Parchment

Numerous investigations of parchments deteriorated by microorganisms appear to indicate that streptomycetes play a far greater role in those processes than it was previously thought. They are able to develop and deteriorate historic parchments under conditions that are not necessary regarded as unfavorable for parchment storing. Streptomycetes are mesophilic aerobes, they produce desiccation-resistant pseudoconidia, many of them are able to degrade complex organic compounds. The primary aim of these studies was to examine their role in parchment deterioration. It is of parchment that many of historic writing records and works of fine arts (mediaeval paintings in particular) were made. Deterioration of antique manuscripts caused by microorganisms has already been a subject of a series of studies and publications, but few touched upon the significance of streptomycetes in those damaging processes. Contents: A REVIEW OF LITERATURE Parchment against the Background of Other Writing Materials; Histological Structure of Mammalian Skin; Parchment Manufacture; Microbial Deterioration of Parchment; Collagenolytic Microorganisms; Genus Streptomyces THE AIMS OF THE STUDIES; MATERIALS & METHODS Properties of Parchment Used; Isolation of the Streptomyces Strains from Parchment Overgrown with Microorganisms; Abilities of the Strains Isolated to Degrade Gelatine, Collagen & Parchment; Investigation of Collagenolytic Activity of Streptomyces anulatus P7; RESULTS Identification of the Strains Isolated; Degradation of Gelatine & Reconstituted Collagen Gel; Deterioration of Parchment; Electrophoresis of the Type I Collagen Degradation Products; Collagenolytic Activity of Streptomyces anulatus P7; DISCUSSION Problems Dealing with the Identification of the Streptomycete Strains; Mechanisms of Parchment Deterioration by Streptomycetes; Collagenolytic enzyme(s) of S. anulatus P7 in comparison with other microbial collagenases; Staining of Parchment by Streptomycetes CONCLUSIONS

Confederate States Paper Money: Civil War Currency from the South

The 10th Edition of Confederate States Paper Money covers both Confederate and Southern States issues of the American Civil War (1861 - 1865) and the Reconstruction periodKnow the value of your notes; prices are listed for six grades. Exclusive photographsDate on uncut sheets, advertising notes, errors, bogus and enigmatical issues. The most complete coverage of Upham and other facsimile notes. Fascinating information about the Confederacy and the individual Southern States.Fore more than 40 years this catalog has been a primary source of data on Confederate currency.

Quick Parchment Greetings Cards (Greetings Cards series)

For the more adventurous, Janet Wilson suggests more advanced ways of using the stencils, and introduces a couple of basic decorative techniques from the original parchment art form.

The Cloth Paper Scissors Book: Techniques and Inspiration for Creating M

Where paint, paper, fabric, metal, and wax all come to play.Uncover the very best articles and projects from Cloth Paper Scissors magazine. Editor Barbara Delaney has assembled a gold mine of hands-on inspiration and ideas for mixed-media artists of all types. Explore the exciting worlds of collage, journaling, encaustic, printing, assemblage, and more. Learn how to make interesting surface designs with Beryl Taylor, how to keep a uniquely-you sketchbook with Jane LaFazio, and how to transform a basic photograph into a whimsical wonder with Kelly Nina Perkins. The only rule in this mixed-media guide is that there are no rules.In addition to the tips and techniques, the experts elaborate on their favorite tools and mediums, including paintbrushes, adhesives, papers, waxes, found objects, and more, taking the guesswork out of achieving tricky effects. Perfect for all skill levels, The Cloth Paper Scissors Book showcases inspiring projects for both those who are new to the world of mixed media and those who already love mixed media and are looking for exciting new ideas.

An Ounce of Preservation : A Guide to the Care of Papers and Photographs

Archivist Craig Tuttle's book, targeted at the lay person, provides the answer to the question of how to preserve papers and photographs. In An Ounce of Preservation, he provides a clear and concise discussion of the causes of paper and photograph deterioration and he teaches the reader to recognize the damage caused by such environmental conditions as temperature, humidity, fungi, insects and rodents, light exposure, pollutants, water damage, framing, lamination, fasteners and adhesives, fire and theft. Included in the long list of paper-based and photographic items which can be preserved and repaired are letters, books, posters, works of art on paper, certificates and awards, comic books, journals, scrapbooks, magazines, newspapers, stamps, report cards, sports cards, greeting cards, postcards, black and white and color photographs, negatives, slides and movie film. An Ounce of Preservation also includes information on the care and handling of paper-based items and photographic materials and techniques for the repair and cleaning of mildly damaged items. In addition, there are four appendices which provide a reference guide to damage/cause,a descriptive list of preservation supplies, where these supplies can be purchased and sources to contact for additional information on paper and photograph preservation. As an added bonus, the book includes a chapter on how to arrange paper and photographic collections for easy storage and retrieval. Also included is a preservation glossary, a bibliography, an index and 14 black and white photographs, which illustrate the different types of damage to paper-based items and photographs.

Baptism: Attractive Cover Design on Blue Parchment Paper. Inside Pages C

A package of 6 folded certificates (4 7/8" x 6 1/4") printed on blue parchment paper. It is printed in dark blue ink. Space for name, date, church and address, and pastor's signature. The certificate features Matthew 3:13-17, Acts 2:38; Matthew 28:19-20 (KJV) Scriptures.

A Conspiracy of Paper: A Novel (Ballantine Reader's Circle)

Benjamin Weaver, a Jew and an ex-boxer, is an outsider in eighteenth-century London, tracking down debtors and felons for aristocratic clients. The son of a wealthy stock trader, he lives estranged from his family—until he is asked to investigate his father’s sudden death. Thus Weaver descends into the deceptive world of the English stock jobbers, gliding between coffee houses and gaming houses, drawing rooms and bordellos. The more Weaver uncovers, the darker the truth becomes, until he realizes that he is following too closely in his father’s footsteps—and they just might lead him to his own grave. An enthralling historical thriller, A Conspiracy of Paper will leave readers wondering just how much has changed in the stock market in the last three hundred years. . . .

101 Ideas for Embroidery on Paper

Using just a piercing tool, needle and thread, a whole range of beautiful patterns can be made for all occasions. In this practical and inspirational guide, Erica Fortgens shows how easy it is to create cards, frames, bookmarks, and gift tags. Embellishing her projects with metallic threads, embossing, beads, and ribbons, she offers an exciting guide packed with fresh and original ideas. By simply following the patterns you can embroider flowers, leaves, animals, butterflies, party and wedding motifs, borders, and more.