TOP REFERENCE BOOKS—Picks for 2008
Encyclopedia of clothing and fashion
An encyclopedia which covers all aspects of the history of clothing and fashion around the world. Includes black and white illustrations; bibliographies; and an extensive index.
REF. GT 507.E53 2005 v.1-3

Furniture: [world styles from classical to contemporary]
Judith Miller.
This book is arranged chronologically; within each time period, items are grouped by country as well as style or type (i.e. chairs). The book is well illustrated with color photographs. Bottom page of each initial chapter includes an illustrated running timeline
REF. OVERSIZE NK 2270.M55 2005

Twentieth century artists on art: an index to writings, statements, and interviews by artists, architects and designers
Jack S. Robertson.
A very useful guide to locating the written words of artists,architects and designers. The people included are arranged alphabetically. Sources listed under each individual are keyed to the full citation which is listed at the front of the book
REF. NX 456.R59 1996

Natural dyes: sources, tradition, technology, science
Dominique Cardon.
Part 1 is an overview of the history of dying and use of mordents around the world. Part 2 groups the various plants by the colors obtained from them. Part 3 covers colors obtained from non-plants materials-specifically shells and insects. Filled with color illustrations of each of the items referenced and lots of textiles throughout history as examples of the colors obtained.
REF. TT854.3 .C36 2007


The pocket paper engineer: how to make pop-ups step-by-step
Carol Barton.
A detailed guide to creating pop-ups compiled by a master artist book maker. The guide includes copious diagrams and instructions. When you have some free time, visit Special Collections and take a look at some of the wonderful books we have in our Artists’ Book collection designed by Carol Barton.
REF. Z1033.T68B27 2005

Faculty Printing in the Library

Faculty IDs are linked to their department. So faculty can make copies or print outs using their ID and their department will be charged. If faculty need to make personal copies, they can buy a guest card at the 15 West Value Add Machine (costs $1.00).

Political Websites

www.fivethirtyeight.com

www.pollster.com

www.realclearpolitics.com

http://firstread.msnbc.com

http://time-blog.com/swampland/

www.wonkette.com

www.politico.com

www.cnnpolitics.com

http://andrewsullivan.theatlantic.com/

jewelry & metalsmithing journals

To what Jewelry & metalwork journals does RISD Library subscribe?

GZ : Goldschmiede und Uhrmacher Zeitung
Jewelry artist (formerly Lapidary journal)
Jewelry Magazine
Metalsmith
Object
Ornament
Schmuck
Uhren Juwelen Schmuck

Textiles journals

Is there a list of all the Textiles journals RISD library currently subscribes to?
Craft:transforming traditional crafts
Crafts
Embroidery
Handwoven
Hali
Shuttle Spindle & Dye Pot
Modern Carpets and Textiles
Selvedge
Surface Design
Textile View
Textile View2
Textile History
Threads
Top Fashion Knitwear

Fax Machine

There is a fax machine for student use in the Mailroom in the Design Center.