Silk Fusion with Karen Selk

Silk fusion, developed in the late 1980s, is a relatively new art form in which un-spun silk fibers are fused together with a textile adhesive, creating an adaptable material that can be used in situations where one might otherwise use felt, fabric, or heavy paper. Perfect for stitching, beading, stamping, origami, quilting, book covers, stenciling, and more, silk fusion textures can be gossamer and transparent or thick and opaque. In this how-to, textile artist Karen Selk teaches viewers how to make silk fusion, offering step-by-step guidance through eight different projects, including greeting cards, a journal slipcover, and a three-dimensional vessel. A solid addition for arts and crafts collections, this is recommended. Aud: P. (J. Asala)