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Heat Press Is A Relatively New Way Of Embellishing, Decorating, Fusing And Layering Fabrics, And Has A Limitless Range Of Applications, From Fashion To Fine-Art, And Interiors To Installation. This Book Includes Exciting New Methods Using The Heat Press Developed Through Extensive Experimentation. Techniques Covered Include: Flocking, Foiling, Phototransfer, Fusing, Sublimation Printing, Heatsetting And Embossing. Each Process Is Explained In Detail, With Instructions For Simple Experiments And Suggestions For Further Investigation. The Methods Featured Have A Comparatively Low Impact On The Environment, And Often Utilise Recycled Materials Or Offer The Opportunity To Upcycle. The Book Has Been Carefully Tailored To Be Suitable For A Variety Of Skill Levels, And Includes Affordable Domestic Options - Such As Heat Pressing Using An Iron - As Well As More Ambitious And Specialist Techniques And Materials For Those With The Resources, Such As Colleges And Established Textile Artists Who Have Access To A Heat Press.