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Paper Clay:
n:
Modeling
material that can be sculpted, molded or shaped, and then air dried
to a hard finish that can be carved, sanded, and painted. This
medium often replaces paper mache because it has a similar look
when finished.
Patina:
n: A green or brown film formed naturally on copper and
bronze by long exposure or artificially (as by acids) and often
valued aesthetically for its color. Or a surface appearance of
something grown beautiful with age or use, such as the sheen on
wooden furniture produced by age and polishing.
Penny Rug:
n: An early American craft form of appliqué on felted wool
which dates back to the mid 19th century. Needlewomen
designed these rugs to decorate tables, chests, walls, and beds;
and were usually made using small scraps of wool saved from old
clothing and blankets. An actual penny was used as a template for
circle designs. Most penny rugs feature simple flower or animal
designs, and circles that border the edge; all layered and appliquéd with
blanket stitch embroidery in contrasting colors.
Pewter:
n: A silver-gray alloy of tin and lead. The term "pewter"
usually refers to items such as silverware and dinnerware made from
pewter.
Pile:
n:
Cut or uncut loops of yarn forming the surface of certain fabrics,
such as velvet, plush, and carpeting.
Pip Berry:
n: Small artificial berries that come in a variety of
colors, and held together with brown florist tape to form stems for
use in garlands, wreaths, picks, and more.
Plaster of
Paris: n: Type
of building material based on calcium sulfate hemihydrate. It comes
in a dry powder, which is then mixed with water to form a paste to
sculpt, form, or pour into molds. It is then air dried to harden
into a solid which can be carved, sanded, and painted.
Polyfil:
n: A polyester filling used to stuff pillows, toys, dolls,
and other fabric creations.
PPD:
Stands for: Postage Paid
Prairie cloth:
n: Thick, loose weave cotton fabric that shrinks and ravels
easily; comes in many colors and feels soft to the touch. Primitive
artists like to use it for stitcheries and with wool appliqué.
Punch
Needle Embroidery:
n: A technique which results in a design made from a loop
pile of threads. The loop pile is made by punching a threaded punch
needle tool through a piece of weavers cloth which is stretched on
a locking lip hoop. The loops are formed on the back side of the
work surface. The finished piece could be used as a wall
hanging, framed art, decorative pin, and more.
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