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   New Products - Year 2008

Tools|Parchment Papers|Publications|Pattern Packs

*please click on the pictures to see more details

 
Tools

  New Generation Pergamano® Tools

The new tools will be available soon in Dec 08.  The ergonomic design and the weight of the new tool ensure an ideal distribution of pressure during use, reducing the chance of fatigue or discomfort in the crafter's hands to a minimum.

It is made of a flexible and extremely durable material with a comfortable dirt-repellent rubber softgrip.

The extremely sharp point and the design of the needle ensure minimal resistance during perforating.  A special coating helps the needles slide through the parchment paper even more smoothly.

Tools that have a sharp point or needle have been equipped with a transparent cap. The tools is easily identified using the specially designed icon engraved on the diagonal backside of the tool.

With the introduction of the new tools, Pergamano® introduced an action pack.  This action pack consists of ten tools and is very suitable for consumers who want to purchase the basic tools at an attractive price.  As this is an introductory pack, products are while supplies last, so hurry and rush in your order now.

The following tools are included in the action pack:- 

 10011 Embossing Tool Small Ball             10241 Perforating Tool 1-Needle

 10021 Embossing Tool Large Ball             10261 Perforating Tool 2-Needle

 10071 Embossing Tool Extra Small Ball     10251 Perforating Tool 4-Needle

 10099 Embossing Tool Extra Large Ball     10212 Perforating Tool 5-Needle

 10420 Mapping Pen                                 10233 Perforating Tool Wing (New)

Embossing Tool

 

 P10025   Embossing Tool - Diamond
With this embossing tool you can easily emboss squares in the parchment paper. The technique is simple: place the embossing tool diamond onto the parchment paper and emboss the square by gently pressing the embossing tool on the parchment paper. The tool can be used without a pattern, so it can be freely applied in any of your creations. The embossing tool diamond has the new look and is carried out in the distinctive Pergamano colours. 

 

 

 P10026   Embossing Tool - Triangle
Easily create triangles on parchment paper with the embossing tool triangle. The technique is simple: place the embossing tool triangle onto the parchment paper and emboss the triangle by gently pressing the embossing tool on the parchment paper. The tool can be used without a pattern, so it can be freely applied in any of your creations. The embossing tool triangle has the new look and is carried out in the distinctive Pergamano colours.

   Embossing Tool - P11023 Star 4mm / P11024 Star 6mm
With these tools, you can emboss a beautiful star shape.  The technique is simple: place the star embossing tool on the parchment paper and emboss the star by gently pressing the tool on the parchment paper.  So it is a quick and easy method with a fantastic result.  Click here ....  Star 2mm,   4mm,   6mm

Perforating Tool

 

 P10233   Perforating Tool - Wing
This perforating
tool has eight needles in the shape of a wing, it is ideal to use for perforating edges. Because when the perforations are cut out, a nicely even scalloped edge will appear. Combine this tool with the other perforating tools with your own ideas and creativity to achieve a surprising result. The perforating tool wing has the new look and is carried out in the distinctive Pergamano colours.

   P11132   Perforating Tool - Moon
This perforating
tool has the shape of a half moon and can be used on its own or combined with other perforating tools to achieve a unique result. Cut the perforations out to get a pretty design or emboss between the perforation to create white work.

The outer needles are longer than the other needles on the tool. This allows you to perforate again into a perforation you made earlier. This way your perforating work will be nicely consistent. 

Scissors / Organiser

 P11315   Ring-Lock Scissors
These new pointed scissors make a perfect gift for the fanatic Pergamano enthusiast to indulge herself with.  The pointed scissors are made of durable stainless steel and contain an innovative ring-lock system which ensures that the position of the blades remains stable. The ring-lock system is especially designed to prevent the two blades from loosening after multiple use.

The pointed scissors also has bended cutting blades, which makes it even more easier to place them in the perforations. The extra sharp pointed tips makes the scissors very suitable for fine cutting work. It is a gift for yourself that will bring you many hours of crafting pleasure!  Made by Premax (Italy) especially for Pergamano

 P41172   Tool Organiser
Your new Pergamano tools are within easy reach with this practical and handy tool organiser! You can neatly arrange your tools to your own liking. There is also room to store for example your pointed scissors, A5 embossing and perforating mats and grids. The tool organiser can be completely closed off with a zipper and has many extra storage space and pockets. The handle makes it very easy to take the tool organiser with you to a course and/or workshop. The tool organiser is carried out in the recognizable Pergamano colours and has a black lining which brings out the Pergamano tools beautifully. The size of the tool organiser is 27 cm x 22 cm.

Multi Grid
 
A new development within the grid range! Pergamano® introduces five new grids on which you can perforate and emboss. The grids are an excellent addition to the existing grids of Pergamano® because each multi grid contains a unique design which will help you to create several motifs. Enclosed in the package you will find a number of patterns that will show you, in a simple manner, how you can apply the grids on your own creations. You will be able to make the most beautiful borders or you can fill up some blank areas with the perforation/embossing pattern. It is therefore perfect for the beginning Pergamano crafters who want to create their own designs.   The multi-grids are made of high-quality stainless steel and are available in A5 size.

 

 P31458 Multi Grid 1  P31459 Multi Grid 2  P31457 Multi Grid 3  P31456 Multi Grid 4  P31455 Multi Grid 5
Brushes / Paint

 P21280   Brushstroke Paint White
This paint is especially developed for the one stroke painting technique. The paint has just the right consistency that is essential to make closely resembling brush strokes. Furthermore, this high quality paint can directly be picked up with the brush. Painting with the brushstroke paint is clearly explained with step-by-step photo’s in the book “Amazing Brushstrokes” by Kannikar Sukseree.

 P11429   Flat Brush No. 6
The shape of this brush is flat, so that it can be easily side loaded and/or double loaded with paint. The brush is made of Toray hair (synthetic) and is used in the book “Amazing Brushstrokes” by Kannikar Sukseree for applying the one stroke technique.

 P11430   Filbert Brush No. 2
The shape of this brush is a combination of a flat and a round brush, and because of this shape it is ideal to paint leaves and petals with. The possibilities of this brush are thoroughly shown in the book “Amazing Brushstrokes” by Kannikar Sukseree. The brush is made of Toray hair (synthetic).

 P11431   Brush Round No. 2
This brush has a round shape and is perfect to paint details with. It is a top quality brush, made of weasel hair. With this brush, all types of paints and inks can be applied on the parchment paper. The brush is suitable for the various painting techniques.

Adhesive Templates / Stencils

 

 P31202   Dabbing Template - Butterflies 2
 P31203   Dabbing Template - Decorative Borders
Pergamano® introduces two new dabbing templates, template decorative borders and template butterflies 2. The templates can be used for dabbing images but are also suitable to use for embossing. They are re-usable, easy to clean and self-adhesive to ensure that the stencil stays in place and no paint will seep underneath the template. 

 

 
                       

            P33311 Pansy

 P33312 Magnolia  P33313 Clematis P33314 Blue Tit

These stencils are especially made for the stencilling technique. With this technique, stencil pastel is applied along the edges of the stencil, after which the pastel is rubbed into the opening of the stencil. Each package comes with a numbered example enclosed, which makes it much easier to stencil the design. Simply follow the numbers on the example to create the desired image. The self-adhesive backing makes sure that the stencil stays neatly in place while rubbing the colour.

Pattern Packs

 P81989   M79 Wonderful White Work
White work has always been and still is favourite among the Pergamano® crafters, this also counts for registered Pergamano® teacher Rosa Alexis (AUS). Five diverse white work cards and a fan are displayed in this magazine and are suitable for both beginners and advanced parchment crafters.

 P81990   M80 Fruits & Flowers
Sara Keen’s first magazine (M74) was a great success. After these white work projects she has now picked up the brush and made this wonderful magazine. On the cards, she used a special painting technique in which she works with perga liners and dorso oil. In this magazine you will find three flower cards and three fruit cards.              

 P81991   M81 Colourful White Work
In this magazine you will find a collection of different styles of cards which, in a special way, include either a heart or flower shape. The maker of this magazine, Mary G. Kerr (Scotland), was able to subtly combine white work with colour. The designs are easy and suitable to work out in various ways.

 

 P81992   M82 Sceneries
The six cards in this magazine are designed and created by registered Pergamano® teacher Pat Hosking (UK). Each card illustrates a unique and beautiful scenery, painted with perga colours exclusive to create a special water-colour effect. Many parchment crafters find it difficult to paint. But in this magazine Pat Hosking has tried to make the paint work as easy as possible, without the need to learn a special painting technique.

 P81993   M83 Curly Designs
The projects in this Magazine are made by registered Pergamano teacher Carol Truebody from South-Africa.She gave the five cards and the fan just that little bit of extra by adding beautiful lace work and elegant curls. The projects mainly consist of embossing, perforating and paint work. Additionally, the magazine includes the patterns of an elegant alphabet which can also be used on other all occasion cards.

 P81994   M84 Challenging White Work
White work is something many just can’t get enough of As is the case for registered Pergamano teacher Paoling Lin from Taiwan . She has compiled this very diverse Magazine, which includes a Barbie dress, five small candy boxes, a white work box and two cards. It is an excellent Magazine to use for making a beautiful piece for all kinds of occasions and holidays.

Books

 P97411  Christmas Spirit by Mieke Sprenger
White
The Christmas Season really begins with making stylish Christmas cards and Christmas decorations. You will find all of these in this book by registered Pergamano teacher Mieke Sprenger. The traditional Christmas cards, coasters, Christmas tree decorations and window decorations will surely get you in the Christmas spirit. The 25 projects contain mostly embossing and perforating work and painting techniques. The book is available in Dutch and English.

 P97421  Amazing Brushstrokes by Kannikar Sukseree
In this book you will find an explanation of seven different brushstrokes, among which the comma stroke, the zigzag stroke and the U-stroke. With the step-by-step photo’s of the one stroke painting technique and the clear instructions of colour theory and shadow and light theory you will be able to create natural looking flowers and leaves. Besides the step-by-step instructions of the technique, this book also contains twenty beautiful projects. This book is a true must for anyone wanting to learn this special painting technique. Available in Dutch and English.

 P97391 Pretty Parchment Creations by Anneke Oostmeijer
For many years, the recognizable and characteristic patterns of Anneke Oostmeijer have been a huge success all over the world. This 15th book by Anneke is once again filled with many varied pieces. Besides 18 cards, a number of wall decorations and a fan can also be found in this book. There are more challenging projects for the advanced parchment crafters, for beginners, there are detailed photos and work descriptions which will be very helpful when creating these projects.

 P97401  Love & Roses by Tatsue Shibata
After the successful debut of `The Language of Flowers’, the theme of this second book is the rose. Of all flowers, the rose is most special to Tatsue. To her, it is like an icon, a theme that runs forever in her life. In this book, the rose is the main subject for each of the 22 projects, she hopes that these will evoke a special feeling in you as well.

 P90023  Parchment Fairies 2008
This book is on the theme of weddings and babies. It is a gorgeous publication featuring over 30 projects, patterns and lovely colour illustrations. The book is written in Japanese and published by Shigemi Takagaki and a group of Japanese Teachers.

Parchment Paper / Vellum

Parchment Paper

 P62568  Starry Sky Gold 
This A4, 150gram parchment paper features a whimsical design of curls, dots and stars printed in sparkling gold. Perfect to use for Christmas cards or other themes such as weddings and anniversaries. The package contains 5 sheets.

 P61577 Shaded Brown  /  P61578  Shaded Orange
This A4, 150gram parchment paper is printed with a fading print in the colours brown and orange.  The fading colour gives a wonderful effect to the paper.  The colour fades in a diagonal direction, so the effect is visible on every section of the A4 sheet.  Each package contains 5 sheets.

Parchment Vellum

This year, there are a total of eight parchment vellums with various designs of dogs, cats, curls, butterflies, bubbles and christmas bears.  Click on the picture for more information.

 

P62569 P62566 P62567 P62563 P62562 P62561 P62565 P62564
Gold Christmas Bears Dogs Cats Bubbles White Butterflies Swirl Purple Classic Curls