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Summary: All good tips in one book!
Review: After my initial purchases, I didn't buy many books on rubber stamping because most of them describe the same techniques and just show different examples. This book is different. As soon as I leafed through it, I knew I had to buy it. The samples in this book are works of art. The techniques are advanced, the photos are beautiful and the instructions are clear and concise. This is not a book for beginners. It won't teach you the basic stamping techniques but instead it takes stamping to the next level, from a craft to an art form. I consider myself an advanced stamper but for sometime I have been looking for something that would that would help advance my stamping skills. I think this is just what I have been hoping to find.
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Summary: buyer beware
Review: Beware! This book has what I consider a serious flaw. One of the technique descriptions (pp. 14 & 15) starts with step #3! How do I get there? I contacted both the publisher and the author. They both acknowdedged the problem, claiming I am the only one to have noticed. I feel this otherwise useful book is too expensive in it's defective state.
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Summary: Little new and exciting information
Review: I was excited to order the book, but once I opened it up and read through it I was disappointed. As an experienced stamper, I found several techniques, such as embossing ink resist, polished stone, and ultra thick embossing enamel old hat. I was hoping for more innovative techniques. I would also have appreciated seeing several cards broken down from start to finish instead of just quick hits on techniques. Complete projects would be helpful for the less advanced stampers. That is the audience I think would most benefit from this book. Some of the card samples are beautiful, but too many seem amateurish and poorly composed. Suze Weinberg is a talented and innovative artist, but this showcase is not her best work. All in all, this book was nice to thumb through, but not worth the cost.
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Summary: Technique AND eye candy in one volume
Review: Most rubber stamping books I've seen are one of two types; lots of beautiful samples, but little content to be of help to an inexperienced stamper, or good content instructionally with little to inspire. This book has ample amounts of both. The basic information is presented in the beginning, explaining supplies and techiques. Each technique is clearly illustrated, with supply lists and step by step instructions. The techniques run from bleach stamping through various applications for thick embossing powder, to stamping on art metals, to various brayer techniques. A beautiful sample of each technique is shown in each set of instructions, sometimes more than one example. At the back of the book is a gallery of sorts, showing what several stamp artists have been able to achieve with the use of some of these techniques. I did notice the missing steps mentioned by another reviewer, and would have liked the missing steps inserted somehow, as it is a technique I'd like to try sometime. Perhaps newer editions have corrected this mistake. Otherwise, whether Suze Weinberg actually created these techniques or not, I am appreciative of a book that has polished examples with clear instructions that even those like myself who are "stamping challenged" can aspire toward.
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Summary: a so-so technique book
Review: Suze's new book is truly and inspiration to old and new stampers alike! The book is a feast for the eyes and imagination--the book is filled with older techniques with a new twist, along with some brand new ideas. Although I'm not one to buy stamping books (I prefer magazines)-the minute I saw this book I knew I had to have it. This is a must-have for any stamper who's been "in a rut" with their techniques. Thanks, Suze, for a wonderful product.
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Summary: A truly enjoyable work of art
Review: This book is a gorgeous pictorial and includes step-by-step instructions for each technique shown. I have looked through it over and over just to enjoy the artwork. I've also been able to adapt the designs to my own style and use the instructions to succesfully recreate the projects shown. One of my favorite rubber stamping books.
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Summary: A truly enjoyable work of art
Review: This book is a gorgeous pictorial and includes step-by-step instructions for each technique shown. I have looked through it over and over just to enjoy the artwork. I've also been able to adapt the designs to my own style and use the instructions to succesfully recreate the projects shown. One of my favorite rubber stamping books.
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Summary: Suze Weinberg hits the mark. Fabulous book.
Review: This book is a wonderful pictoral of Rubber Stamping techniques. It has beautiful pictures, easy to understand instructions, and detailed supply lists. It's a must read for every serious stamper.
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Summary: Please...
Review: This is a fantastic book for those who love more artsy rubber stamping! Ms. Weinberg does a wonderful job showing the many techniques including step-by-step instructions for each and examples of finished products. I am inspired by this book everytime I look at it, which is often! The pictures are just as amazing as the techniques also. Buy this book now, keep it in your work area!
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