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Beginner’s Guide to Cyanotype: Beautiful projects to print with light
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Create a beautiful blue colored world using this amazing printing process with detailed instruction from popular crafter Kim Tillyer.
Crafters will learn how to apply a special light-sensitive solution to various surfaces and witness the transformative effect of sunlight or UV light, as their creations magically turn into vibrant blue works of art. What makes cyanotype particularly appealing is its versatility, as it provides a fun, accessible, and affordable means to transform ordinary objects into extraordinary blue-hued keepsakes.
Whether you are a budding artist in search of a new creative outlet or an individual seeking to infuse your gifts with a mesmerizing blue hue, "A Beginner's Guide to Cyanotype" will serve as your ultimate beginner-friendly guide. You are guided on how to use cyanotype printing on a variety of surfaces and unlock the potential of this enchanting artistic process. With Kim Tillyer's expert instruction and inspiration, you will embark on a journey of artistic exploration, creating unique and captivating cyanotype masterpieces that reflect your individual style and vision.
- Print length112 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherSearch Press
- Publication dateJune 4, 2024
- Dimensions8.13 x 0.4 x 10.25 inches
- ISBN-101800920954
- ISBN-13978-1800920958
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From the Publisher
Learn to use the cyanotype process on fabric, note cards, paper and so much more!
Atkins-style Greetings Card
It’s impossible not to be drawn into the magic of printing with natural objects such as leaves and flowers, captured in perfect scale and detail.
Anna Atkins’ work was so special because she gave a lot of thought to how the plant specimens were arranged on the paper, to best highlight tiny details.
Lace Purse
I find the results of cyanotype printing on fabric are often even more beautiful and striking than on paper, and it’s great for embellishing with embroidery or, in this case, mimicking hand-made lace.
'Patchwork' Tote Bag
Absolutely no drawing skill is needed here because the aim is to create a grid of different textures, patterns and marks using various opaque media, giving you an idea of how you can use hand-drawn techniques to print with in future.
Hag Stone Jewelery
‘Hag stones’ or ‘witch stones’ are the inspiration for these brooches and pendants. Traditionally, a hag stone is a small stone or pebble with a naturally occurring water-worn hole. They are used as a good luck charm to ward off evil spirits, worries or bad dreams, as they are too big to fit through the hole!
Editorial Reviews
Review
Cyanotype is a simple process that requires little in the way of equipment and uses materials that are basically safe. If you fancy having a go, there is plenty of inspiration here along with very clear instructions and I think you could have a lot of fun for a very modest outlay.
About the Author
Kim has a sketchbook in The Sketchbook Project, based in Brooklyn NY. Her sketchbook is mostly cyanotype images using the processes found in the book.
Kim lives in the Lake District in the UK and is a member of Cumbria Printmakers and has also exhibited her work widely throughout the UK.
Product details
- Publisher : Search Press
- Publication date : June 4, 2024
- Language : English
- Print length : 112 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1800920954
- ISBN-13 : 978-1800920958
- Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions : 8.13 x 0.4 x 10.25 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #53,459 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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About the author

Kim was born in London and moved to North Yorkshire at the age of 13 when her parents returned to the North York Moors near Whitby.
Kim attended Harrogate Art College for Foundation studies but it was 30 years, 2 children and various disguises later that she eventually returned to Cleveland College of Art (now The Northern School) as a mature student and attained a first-class degree in Textiles and Surface Design.
Kim is now an artist/ illustrator based in the English Lake District. Her use of the cyanotype process combines plants and found objects, with hand drawn and photographic elements well as hand embroidery, to create folk and nature-inspired images on paper and fabric.
In 2020 she appeared on BBC Countryfile demonstrating cyanotype at Dove Cottage and in May 2024 her book "A Beginner’s Guide to Cyanotype" is published in The UK, USA and Australia by Search Press.
Kim also works as a part time bookseller at Sam Read Bookseller in Grasmere, an award winning independent bookshop with a great mail order website ...
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Exactly as advertised
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2026Exactly as advertised and arrived in a timely fashion
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Very cool project book for Sun Art
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2025Very cool project book for Sun Art.
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Great book!
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2025Looking forward to trying out some of the projects in the book. It’s written nicely, easy to read and follow. Will be fun to try!
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Good photos and easy directions
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2024Book arrived in good condition. Nice photos and easy directions. Overall a good purchase.
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CRISTINAIBAÑEZ5 out of 5 starsBien
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Steve Karrel5 out of 5 starsVery happy with the product
Reviewed in Canada on July 14, 2025Bought this and the cyano kit for our daughter-in-law for a present as she loves arts and crafts. She loved it and has created some very interesting items
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Andrew5 out of 5 starsExcellent!
Reviewed in the Netherlands on April 30, 2026Well written and easy to follow without getting bogged down with too much text. The accompanying illustrations are nicely produced on good paper and complement the text wonderfully. Exactly what a beginner needs! Highly recommended!
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Mrs K.5 out of 5 starsPerfect for beginners
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 7, 2025Fantastic book. Very informative and perfect for beginners to learn this interesting technique.
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Maria T5 out of 5 starsMust have book for the beginners
Reviewed in Spain on December 13, 2025Very detailed, clear and good structured. Helped a lot.
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