Classic Border Designs This collection is of border designs in a wide range of classical, modern and traditional styles including Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Celtic, Greek and Egyptian. These classic designs will inspire craftspeople, artists, needleworkers and all those interested in creating their own designs and projects. From the author - - Introduction I have worked as a designer and artist in the art and craft world for many years and incorporated borders into many of my finished pieces. Choosing the right one to frame a piece of work is essential and it can greatly enhance a design, whether it is a simple pattern or a more e aborate illustration. It has been a fascinating journey researching all the different historical styles and developing designs that will be used as an inspirational source for artists and craftspeople. I have included patterns that can be enlarged for simplicity, or reduced and repeated for a more detailed appearance. Motifs can also be taken from borders and used to embellish designs. Take time to choose just the right one for your own project. About the designs Decorative borders have been an integral part of the art and craft world for over 2,000 years. Stone, metal, pottery, fabrics and classic artworks have all been enhanced with borders. Each period in history has developed its own style, from the interlaced knotwork of the Celts and the wonderfully graphic motifs of the Ancient Greeks and Romans through to the intricate foliage borders of Medieval times and the flowing lines of the Art Nouveau period. Within these pages I have assembled a collection of classic border patterns, which designers, craft workers and artists can use to capture the essence of a period in time. These styles are as popular today as they have ever been and they can all be used to enhance your artwork. And finally I know how difficult it can be to face that white page with a vague idea of what you want to create! Whether you are a designer, embroiderer, potter, glass painter or silk painter, I hope that this book will take all the hard work out of creating a border for your own work. I have thoroughly enjoyed every minute of researching and creating the designs and I hope you have as much fun using them. Soft cover, 32 pages. Price: $14.95 ($13.59)