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Book Synopsis20 cross-stitch designs in Gail’s signature chalk art style, featuring garden flowers and wildlife, many with inspirational words of encouragement. The designs are finished as small pillows, hangings, framed, book covers, and other items. Each project includes chart, finished photo, materials, and full instructions.

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Book SynopsisValerie Bothell is back with another full year of embroidery stitch combinations, hoops, and samplers. Learn to embroider with 350 new daily prompts, a comprehensive stitch guide, and step-by-step instructions for four small projects.

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Book Synopsis250+ embroidery designs from popular designer Aneela Hoey are now available as iron-on transfers, to make applying and using her designs a breeze. Transfer and embroider stylish designs from her newest book, Stitch & Sew, as well as dozens of original new designs. From small to large, florals to geometrics, this book has it all!Trade ReviewThis attractive new book from Aneela presents over 250 of her designs as iron-on transfers. The designs cover all subjects from florals to geometrics in a range of styles and sizes, suitable for all kinds of projects including clothing and homeware. There are full instructions for applying the transfers, which can be used several times, together with a small glossary of popular embroidery stitches. A delightful and useful book. * East Kent Embroiderers’ Guild *What I love about embroidery transfer books is that it takes away the bother of drawing your own design. The 250 plus designs in this book are gorgeous - animals, flowers, stitching designs and lots more are large enough for a single project, but also small enough to put together and make a larger sampler. The designs are well drawn and quite simple. The iron on transfers can be used several times, and with a small selection of embroidery stitches to get you started this is a book perfect for every sewist, regardless of ability. I love that the designs are ideal for homemade cards, baby quilts, hoop pictures and bag decoration. There is something for every occasion and every person. A fabulous design book to have on your craft shelf, that can be used time and time again. -- Tracy Shephard * Postcard Reviews *

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Book SynopsisLet your imagination run free with this stunning collection of fantasy cross stitch designs featuring wizards, witches and fairies.10 magical chapters feature a range of designs including the Celtic fairy queen, Chinese dragons, beautiful mermaids and a majestic unicorn. Glittering metallic threads and gleaming beads are incorporated into many of the designs for a truly magical finish.Projects range from full-sized pictures to cushions, greetings cards, sachets and bags, and quick-to-stitch gifts and accessories. Includes easy-to-follow colour charts and complete step-by-step project making-up instructions.Table of ContentsIntroduction; 1 Pegasus - picture, greetings card and scented sachet; 2 Sleeping Beauty - picture, greetings card, drawstring bag and journal cover; 3 The Earth Goddess - picture, coaster and tablemat; 4 Phoenix Rising - cushion; 5 The Dark Sorceress - picture, mirror compact and notebook; 6 Chinese Dragons - wall hanging, picture and cushion; 7 The Celtic Fairy Queen - picture, coaster and trinket pot; 8 Wizard Magic - picture; 9 Beguiling Mermaid - picture, towel band and face cloth; 10 Blooming Fairies - pictures, greetings card and small cushion; Equipment, Techniques and Making Up; Suppliers; Acknowledgments; Index.

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Book Synopsis500 unusual cross-stitch patterns blend gorgeous French vintage with a charming contemporary simplicity.

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Book SynopsisExquisitely detailed and sumptuously worked, Michele Carragher’s embroidered art is breathtaking to behold. This comprehensive insight into her work guides you from her initial ideas, right through to the finished, astonishing pieces of work, collectively titled Trace. Rich in symbolism and drawing inspiration from throughout history, the book contains three created, embroidered artefacts: a lavish glove, jewelled bodice and Japanese-style hair pin. From these she extracts a narrative which becomes the basis for three embroidered artworks, exploring themes of human duality and our behavioural effects on society and the planet. The book begins with an immersive, exquisitely photographed gallery tour of all the pieces, showcasing Michele’s work in incredible detail. Following on from this, each artefact and artwork is discussed in detail, giving insight into the working process, creative choices and techniques used. Michele has worked for many years in the film and TV industry, including as Costume Embroiderer for HBO's Game of Thrones, and HBO's 2005 Emmy award winning production of Elizabeth I. The last chapter of the book features a selection of images from her inspiring catalogue of work.Trade ReviewScrumptious! That was the verdict when I showed this book to my ‘Beyond Stitch’ friends. This is not a ‘how to’ book. It’s a ‘wish I could’ book, according to my friend Jane, a book to delight and inspire and provide an escape from the news and the weather. There are many full-page photographs and close-ups which allow the reader to appreciate the work that has gone into the production of the pieces. I think the cover wins the ‘Best Cover of all Time’ award. Lots of details of the hummingbird shown are contained in the book. Most of us will be familiar with the materials that Michele uses but she gives us new insights into the effects we can achieve with them. The first fifty pages are mostly shots of three art pieces and, while there is a degree of repetition, it is useful to be able to view each piece from many angles. This section is followed by ‘The Artist’s Insight’ in which Michele describes how to find inspiration. She is a big fan of museums and I’m with her there. She says that with her costume work, she delves into the past to give her insight into a character’s background. Anyone who has seen her Game of Thrones costumes will know how well she succeeded. The next section of the book describes in detail three artefacts: a ‘gauntlet’, a stomacher and a hair ornament. The first of these is an Elizabethan-inspired jewelled and embroidered glove and I love the fact that she not only made the love but placed it on a beautiful background suited to the period. There are descriptions here of the process of making the glove, not step-by-step but sufficient for an avid stitcher to pick up lots of ideas. You will find many fascinating insets in this section of the book, describing how she has used these techniques for costumes in cinema and television series. The next piece described is a poor fallen robin with amazing wings formed using real feathers on a needle-felted base. ‘All That Glitters’ is a piece depicting a dappled glade with a marten’s head. There is a description of the techniques used. For instance, the use of a glided ‘cage’ placed over a base and covered with stitching, gives an amazing effect. For this Michelle uses traditional goldwork techniques, as you can see in this close-up photo. Her photos show the detail really well. Throughout the book, there are delightful little panels headed ‘Working Insights’ which tell stories about how she came to discover techniques used for particular series and pieces of work. There are further descriptions of pieces, all wonderful. The jewelled ‘skeletons’ of birds, shown below, deserve special mention and the delightful Kingfisher, shown on the cover, gives the reader the chance to explore, in close-up, the techniques used. A final section on costumes from the Game of Thrones series is the icing on the cake. All through writing this review, I was thinking of my late friend Jane Lemon who produced such amazing goldwork pieces. Although she could work to strictly traditional guidelines for her altar frontals, Jane’s ‘off-duty’ work and three-dimensional pieces were ahead of her time. Jane would have loved this book, just as much as I do. -- Maggie Grey * WOWBooks *Trace is a comprehensive insight into Michele’s work, it guides you from her initial ideas, right through to the finished, astonishing pieces of work, collectively titled Trace. Rich in symbolism and drawing inspiration from throughout history, the book contains three created, embroidered artefacts: a lavish glove, jewelled bodice and Japanese-style hairpin. From these she extracts a narrative which becomes the basis for three embroidered artworks, exploring the theme of duality. * Customer Review *Exquisitely detailed and sumptuously worked, Michele's embroidered art is breath-taking. This comprehensive insight into her work guides us from initial ideas to finished pieces. Michele has worked for many years in th film and TV industry, such as costume embroiderer for Games of Thrones and the Emmy award-winning Elizabeth I. The last chapter features images from her inspiring catalogue of work. -- Machine Knitting Monthly * Machine Knitting Monthly *What a gorgeous addition to any costumer or designers library! Exquisite photography. Michele walks you through her work with interesting detail. As a profession tambour beader and designer/seamstress for tv, film and live events let me assure you this book is a must have. -- Janet Gershenfeld * Amazon Customer Review *I love this beautifully illustrated and inspirational book. It made me immediately want to get get out my embroidery equipment! The book is divided into three sections. The first contains many stunning photographs of Michele's amazing artworks. The middle section is called "The Artist's Insight" and details the author's development of ideas and the creative process. I particularly enjoyed reading about the materials and methods used. The final section covers some of the fabulous TV and film costumes Michele has worked on, including the stunning Game of Thrones costumes. The whole book is beautifully illustrated and, I think, a "must have" for anyone interested in embroidery and costume. -- Beverley Chamberlain * Amazon *"WOW!" An exquisite coffee table book which you will pick up again and again, each time finding a new aspect to focus on. A book to give a little lift to your mood and stay in the memory. You may win the draw but it would be a very special Christmas gift. Even if you are not an embroiderer as an artist you will love this book. The photography of these unbelievable gorgeous embroideries is quite breathtaking, described as a gallery tour and obviously involved a great deal of thinking to achieve the final results. It features three lavish artefacts. A great deal of research went into producing each artefact, visiting museums and reading history to influence the final designs. The process is beautifully explained and a joy to read. Michele Carragher is a contributor to the exquisite costumes, made for the "Game of Thrones" and gives an insight into the conception and making of costumes for this popular series. All beautifully photographed. Each costume featuring the embroideries involved, plus a description of input from other very talented artists. I found the reading quite fascinating, leading me on to read more about the materials used to achieve such amazing results. This really is a very, very special book quite the most spectacular book we have ever had for our review. * International Journal of the Guild of Silk Painters *This book from beginning to end is full of stunning embroidery and excellent photography. Unusually it starts with a gallery of the artworks - All that glitters, Entropy and Conscience. These are beautifully photographed and show Michele's work in incredible detail; the more you look the more you see. Museums have been a source of research and inspiration for her work. Using this knowledge Michele explores the symbolism and context of artefacts in relation to their place in history and their relevance today. Unable to use original pieces she has created three artefacts The Hand, The Heart and The Head. Each of these is the centre of a tableau from which a narrative for the embroidered artworks develops. The artefacts and artwork are discussed in detail in the book. Every page contains excellent photographs which support the text that gives an insight into Michele's working process, her creative choices and techniques used. The descriptions that follow give an impression of the artefacts and artworks, which can only be appreciated by looking at the book. The Hand is a jewelled, embroidered glove from the Elizabethan period (1558-1603) sometimes referred to as ''The Golden Age'. At this time a beautiful gauntlet glove could symbolise a love token, an object to gain favour or to grasp power. The glove for this piece is of tan leather embellished with an embroidered cicada motif set in a stitched and beaded cuff; all worked in shades of brown, copper and turquoise. The glove is set above hexagonal tiles embroidered with flowers and moss. Three-dimensional flowers 'grow' from this base to the glove which is holding a dandelion seed head. As a contrast to the richness of the glove in the foreground of the tableau is a small fallen robin. From this artwork, All that glitters was developed. It has as its centre a golden jewelled marten's head. The eyes on the head are made from synthetic London blue topaz and as you look at them they seem to look back at you! A forest floor has been created from cutwork foliage, amongst this is nestled the head with three-dimensional cicadas and stitched sycamore seeds. Michele describes this marten's head as 'an ostentatious display of wealth, the trace left behind of a life lived and passed from one generation to the next; a self-serving inherited wealth.' If you look very carefully at the photographs of this piece you can see a bony spine - all that is left! The Heart artefact is a richly decorated stomacher on a corset of pale blue silk crepeline. Three jewelled bows that include small grey freshwater pearls, vintage sequins and Swarovski beads adorn the stomacher. The completed piece is suspended against a dark brown background over a blood-red carpet with very realistic created dead sparrows laying on it. Style and decoration on the stomacher suggest the great wealth of the French court which is a complete contrast to the sparrows; a scene evocative of the French Revolution. Entropy is the artwork that comes from The Heart. This is a complex piece of work well-conceived and executed. Red is the predominant colour; it is the colour of desire and blood. Against a background of the dark thunderous sky are two exotic birds. Each of these is half a bird needle felted with added stitch and feathers used for detail. Tiny red beads are added to the neck to represent the blood of the French Revolution. A stone heart is held by the birds surrounded by stitch and beads. The reverse of this scene is very different. Agaibst a blood-red background are two jewelled skeletal birds which have been made to fit inside the half birds but are displayed on their own. These birds symbolise how wealth stays with those who have it. Beaded and stitched fireworks enhance this scene. The idea of the French revolution is followed through in this piece as it is effectively in two pieces that reference the guillotine. The final artefact is a Japanese hairpin (kanzashi) which symbolises The Head. It is from the late 19th century and this was a time in which Japan was being influenced by the West and its traditional society and environment were changing. A kanzashi is a love token, Using mostly purple, browns and splashes of orange the centrepiece for this one is a beautifully embroidered three-dimensional butterfly that sits on top of jewelled flowers. The pin is displayed with the pin pushed into a frozen lake of embroidered organza against a dark fabric backdrop with more three-dimensional butterflies that look as if they are flying away from the pin. The tableau for The Head is dark and symbolises clouded vision and a loss of moral conscience. The development of ideas for the artwork Conscience continues the Japanese themes with Michele taking inspiration from the stitched layers of Boro textiles. This tableau is dark with a background of stitched layers to represent starlings in flight. A cleverly coloured base of Perspex with stitched outlines of sycamore leaves on organza form a deep dark lake. The central focus of this artwork is a kingfisher which appears to be coming from the lake. The bird is a vivid streak of colour against its dark surroundings and symbolises a brief movement of hope that impacts on one's conscience. This forms the cover of the book. The final section of the book looks at Michele's costume work. Again the photography of costumes and embroidered details is excellent. A wonderful range of design and styles from delicate ribbonwork and beaded flowers on dresses to heavier pieces that decorate armour can be seen on the Game of Thrones costumes. The close-up photographs make you appreciate Michele's talent for design and her skill as an embroiderer. Trace is a book with many layers. The initial inspiration and thought-provoking ideas, original creative designs resulting in exquisite embroideries are all brought to life with amazing photographs in this very-well presented book. Much of Michele's work is raised embroidery with more contemporary techniques. The book contains many ideas a keen embroiderer could try for themselves. It is a very original and refreshing book and needs time to read and enjoy the visual impact it has through its photographs. I enjoyed this book. It deserves a place on your coffee table to look at and admire the skill and talent of Michele Carragher before it gets lost on a bookshelf. -- Carol Winter * Book Threads *Table of ContentsThe artworks 6, All that glitters 8, Entropy 20, Conscience 40, Introduction 50, The artist’s insight 54, Artefact insight: the hand 56, Artwork insight: all that glitters 74, Artefact insight: the heart 88, Artwork insight: entropy 102, Artefact insight: the head 118, Artwork insight: conscience 126, My summary 134, Costume embroidery gallery 136, My history 138, Acknowledgements 174

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Book SynopsisLearn how to adapt the featured designs to make useful keepsakes and unique gifts in the Jungle Inspirations section, and discover fascinating facts about the animals throughout the book.Projects range in size and complexity but incredible detail is always achieved, whether you are stitching from a single page or a four page chart.Table of ContentsIntroduction; Jungle Inspirations; 1 Tiger; 2 Hyacinth Macaws; 3 Squirrel Monkey; 4 Iguana; 5 Elephant; 6 Frogs; 7 Ocelot; 8 Toucan; 9 Tapir; 10 Orang-utan; 11 Rhino; 12 Birds of Paradise; 13 Boa; 14 Jaguar; 15 Butterfly; 16 Red Macaw; 17 Chameleon; 18 Sloth; 19 Peacock; 20 Amazonian Tribesman; Materials & Equipment, Techniques, Stitches, Making Up; Suppliers, Index.

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Book SynopsisGorgeous embroidery brightens up any Christmas scene! Decorate your home with original needlework designs--colorful stockings, embroidered tree centerpieces, and playful ornaments are sure to please. Wine presented in a hand-stitched bag makes a thoughtful gift, and felt peppermint candies draw the eye with holiday flair.Trade ReviewI love this book. There are 24 projects using cross-stitch, counted thread and surface embroidery. There's a stitch guide to make sure you have all the stitches to hand. You can make Christmas stockings, decorations, a banner, a nativity set, tree centrepieces, wine bags and more. The finishing section shows you how to sew the projects together. I really like the designs and you will find full-size template patterns in the book. One of the best Christmas project books I have seen. * Karen Platt Yarnsandfabrics.co.uk/crafts *Make your own Christmas decorations this year and embroider them by hand. Whether you fancy having a go at freestyle, cross stitch or counted thread and prefer modern or traditional there is a design here to suit your holiday décor. You don't even need to have done any before, although this book is not specifically aimed at the beginner and some basic knowledge is always a help. This is a book that obligingly stays open when placed on a table, a real plus in any practical primer. Sections at the front on materials and techniques give a good grounding in what you need to know and obtain, and at the back there is an excellent chapter on all the stitches. There are not many of these and include most of the basic ones complete with helpful captions. All the diagrams are large and easy to follow, and there is another chapter on making up and finishing techniques such as mounting for framing, fraying a fringe and the best ways to prepare a stuffed shape for turning. The projects include stockings, hanging ornaments, napkin rings, mats, Nativity figures and tree centrepieces. Several are Scandinavian in style, others have a simple traditional look while things like the felt peppermints and"naughty or nice"picture are contemporary. Patterns are full sized (always a bonus) and each project has exhaustive but easy to follow written instructions, some diagrams and photographs of the finished items in situ. I reckon a beginner could tackle most of the projects without too much trouble, and have a houseful of festive decorations to be proud of. A really user-friendly and beautifully laid out book * Rachel Hyde - Myshelf.com *

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Book SynopsisYou can pick up a punch needle and complete a project in less than an hour, with no prior skill needed. It requires just one easy-to-use tool, a background fabric, an embroidery hoop or frame, and yarn. Punched pieces make excellent wall hangings, pillows, ornaments, stool covers, chair cushions, purses/pouches, baby play mats, and much more!Trade ReviewPunch needle meets rug making in this inspiring book, showing you, from scratch how to master this versatile craft and produce a houseful of not only rugs but mats, wall hangings, coasters, bags and even jewellery. I was introduced to this absorbing and under valued craft at a show and have only used it with ordinary sewing thread to create details for garments so I was intrigued. Making rugs for me means hooking, but once you are familiar with the tools it is easy to see how the punching into a canvas type base is perfect for making rugs. This book takes you from total beginner to proficient and confident crafter a step at a time, informing you what you need to buy and how to use it. There are many different types of punch needle on the market (mine are a different type, used for fine embroidery) and a world of different yarns and threads to navigate. I like the way the author explains why you need an item, or what effect you will get if you use a certain yarn so you know what to buy to get the right results. The beginner section goes on to describe with the aid of photographic steps how to thread and use the needle, troubleshooting tips and rug finishing techniques. The projects are grouped into three sections for beginner, easy and intermediate. They all have a list of tools and materials, finished size in imperial and metric and text only instructions. There are large photographs of the items usually in situ, but if you want staged photographs you need to look back at the relevant section. At the back, all the patterns are provided, although some need to be enlarged. A few contact details are given for suppliers, but all these are in the US. This is a very user friendly book recommended for anybody who wants to learn the chunkier side of punch needle craft. -- Rachel A Hyde * myshelf.com *Yarn crafts, for me, are always fun. So when I discovered punch peedle I just had to have a go. This book is all about punch needle rug hooking. The projects are amazing and once you start you will soon get the Punch needle bug I promise you! This book is for beginners and advanced punch needlers alike. Set into sections for Beginners, Easy projects and Intermediate projects, there is something for everyone and is designed in a way that a beginner can advance their skills just by completing each project throughout the book. The Punch Needle Handbook tells you everything you need to know, so it really is like a tuition course. There are hints and tips on using your punch needle and how to create and achieve a fabulous piece of art using your yarn. It is also perfect for using up your yarn scraps to add interest to your project. From coasters to wall art, the projects are beautifully demonstrated and simple to do once you get going. If you can hold a pen you can start to punch needle! -- Tracy Shephard * Postcard Reviews *

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Book SynopsisThe 30 cross-stitch designs in Gail Bussi's signature hand-lettering style will encourage mindful, relaxing stitching and are easy enough for beginners. Create personalized designs with alphabets provided. Each project includes chart, finished photo, materials list, and full instructions.

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Book SynopsisTalented textile designer Poppy Treffrybuilds on the success of Free and EasyStitch Style with a new set of projectsdeveloped using her unique freehandstitching technique.Create quirky and fun home accessoriesand accents using your own designsand develop your own free and easysewing styleStep-by-step instructions, illustrationsand photographs combined witha fresh, modern design reflectsPoppy's unconventional approach toembroidery and sewingTable of Contents Introduction Starting Out: Basic equipment; Fabrics; Getting to grips with your sewing machine Techniques: Having a play; Outlining; Shading; Appliqué; Finishing and edges; Troubleshooting THE PROJECTS Getting Crafty New Arrivals Party Time Happy Holidays Templates Suppliers Sources of inspiration Acknowledgments About the author Index

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Book SynopsisStart embroidering your own clothes with inspiration from Connie's book full of detailed embroidery projects that will have you captivated by the technique of free-motion embroidery. Starting with simple ideas that can be done in an afternoon to get you warmed up, and moving onto more complex, detailed projects that will keep you busy for weeks! Finished pieces like tops, denim and accessories will inspire you to start decorating your own clothes and fill your wardrobe with totally unique, upcycled pieces that no one else owns. The book is split into four parts, each with a range of embroidery projects to get you inspired to either patch up that old top with a hole or stain, or create something outstanding on that staple denim jacket you've been wanting to customise for ages - Don't throw away something just because it's no longer new! The book will cover all skill levels - from easy patches using straight lines, to big pieces with lots of colour and shading for maximum impact and detail! There's something for everyone to start with before challenging yourself and progressing onto more advanced designs. Each project will contain beautiful imagery of the design process from start to finish, showing how an embroidered garment is created from the initial thought processes and drawing stages, right through to the stitching techniques and the finished pieces.

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Book SynopsisTransform ordinary artist canvas into an embroidered masterpiece! With easy-to-learn stitches, your embroidery needle becomes a paintbrush. Get your feet wet with small art pieces and step-by-step techniques for stitching on stretched canvas. Gather supplies to add appliqué, acrylic paint, fibres, beads, and even mirrors to your mixed-media pieces! Get tips on how to finish and display canvas embroidery art, with an extensive project gallery for inspiration. It’s like art quilting for needlework lovers!Trade ReviewStretched, mounted canvas is for artists to paint pictures on, right? Well, yes but you can also use it like an embroidery hoop and make pictures in another way. The subtitle says it all: “get creative with thread, fabric, paper, acrylic mediums and more”. I’m not an artist who paints pictures so tend to give canvases a miss, but they do have a lot in common with fabric in hoops so maybe they can be used in the same way? Apparently, they can, and this innovative book shows you how. It jumps right in with several stitches to practice before you put needle to canvas and sets the tone of the book, a hands-on approach which is all about having fun and using mixed media. Learn three very simple stitches plus how to sew on shisha glass and sequins. Find out what you need (basically canvases and the right needles plus whatever else you want to use). The book looks at some of these media and how they can be used, from different acrylic mediums and gels to fabrics, papers, and some additional items such as the Indian shisha glass and Mexican Milagros and Hojalatas. There is quite a Mexican vibe to this book with a calavera project later and lots of bright, vibrant colour. This section also has some useful information about colour and composition before you make a start on the first of three projects. These are quite simple but can be adapted to suit your skill level and what you have to hand. Start off with a simple heart motif and see where it can take you with a gallery of ideas. The other two are the calavera and a butterfly and all have enough good-sized photographs with captions to show you how to make a basic version. I like the idea of printing off two of the templates at the back and using one as a pattern and the other for notes and ideas. If you want to know how to hang up your finished work, there is even a chapter dealing with this using basic items. Finally, there is a gallery to inspire you, plus several templates of different sizes or aspects for the projects such as large and small hearts and butterflies plus three skulls to embellish your final pieces. -- Rachel A Hyde * myshelf.com *

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Book SynopsisCapture the magic of the holidays (and every day!) with 30 hand-embroidery projects. Starting with simple stitches, you’ll add sweet sayings and motifs to home décor and gifts. Sew up country-cute pincushions, modern mug rugs, vintage-inspired pillows, and more! Whether you’re refreshing your home décor or sharing meaningful handmade gifts with a friend, you’ll love how quick and easy it is to sew up seasonal designs for each month of the year.Trade ReviewWith 30 quick and easy hand-embroidery projects, you'll soon be stitching up a storm making cute pincushions, modern mug rugs, vintage-inspired pillows and more! The cheerful projects are perfect for refreshing your home decor ready for summer, as well as brightening someone's day with meaningful handmade gifts featuring sweet sentiments and motifs! * Sew Magazine *This is such a pretty book, filled with cute designs for each month of the year. From a snowman in January, a fall mouse house pillow in September to a candy cane hoop in December, each celebration of the year is perfectly sewn up. There are hand drawn templates for each design, which give a beautiful handcrafted look. Simple instructions are given for each project, so even a beginner embroiderer can achieve something stunning. I love this book. It's more than just a stitch book. It enables you to add to your home or give you ideas for the perfect gift. Included in the back are projects for birthdays and the gallery section has small embroidery label ideas to embellish your design. Add beads, ribbons and binding to your project to give it a unique and personal touch and you will have something to be proud of. -- Tracy Shephard * Amazon *

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Book SynopsisSelect, mark and stitch! It's so simple to embroider accurately with this collection of four easy-to-use stitch templates featuring over 100 delightful designs, including an alphabet!

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Book SynopsisCurious crafters looking for a new hobby look no further! Punch needle artist Andie Solar provides the perfect introduction with 13 colourful and well-designed projects organized from beginner to advanced level. Perfect for absolute beginners and the projects are kid-friendly.Trade ReviewCurious crafters looking for a new hobby need look no further. Punch needle embroidery is back and child-friendly! Here's a perfect introduction with 13 colourful anf well-designed projects, organnized from beginner to advanced level. * Machine Knitting Monthly *

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Book SynopsisBeginners rejoice–getting started with punch needle embroidery has never been easier! Delve into six versatile projects accompanied by step-by-step instructions and comprehensive information on tools and techniques. This project-based introductory guide will give you everything you need to know to explore and enjoy a fun, hands-on fibre art.

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Book SynopsisA pocket-sized book filled with 50 whimsical houseplant illustrations from well-known designer Mara Penny are now available as iron-on transfers. Choose from an assortment of hanging plants, potted flowers, succulents, and cacti – just iron-on!

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Book SynopsisA pocket-sized iron-on transfer book filled with 50 illustrations of courageous, badass women from well-known designer Mara Penny. Pick your favourite history makers like Malala Yousafzai, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Marie Curie and just iron-on!

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Book SynopsisEmbroidery motifs for every hair type and person! Representation matters and this embroidery looks like you! Celebrate diversity with 10 projects and more than 50 motifs in a wide array of skin tones, body shapes, and hair textures. Table of ContentsIntroduction Basics Projects Project 1: Daily Affirmations Stitch Sampler Journal Cover Project 2: Ombre Text Clutch Project 3: Nude Is Not a Color, Framed Wall Hanging Project 4: I Don’t See Color: Double Hooped Project Project 5: Male-Focused Project Project 6: Pincushion - Play-ground Theme, Hopscotch, Double Dutch, Jump Rope Project 7: Tote Bag With 5 Bodies in Different Shapes And Skin Tones in Yoga Motif Project 8: “So Many Choices” A Variety of Hairstyle Names Border a Satin Pillowcase Project 9: Dimensional Hair Vignette: Shrinkage, Dread-locks, Bantu Knots, Teeny Weeny Afro Project 10: Upcycled Denim Jacket -Variety of Retro- Themed Motifs To Mix And Match Motif Library Iron On Transfers for Project Designs

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Book SynopsisLexi’s easy template-tracing method makes embroidery into a wearable art, so embroiderers can show off their stitching as a part of their everyday style, rather than just as a static wall display. All readers need to do is choose a pattern from the templates provided, and follow the author’s simple, straight forward application instructions to be able to embroider designs directly onto their favourite accessories. Readers will learn to jazz up a basic baseball cap with cheerful stitched daisies, and take a plain tote from service-able to too cute with some bright, fresh fruit embroidered accents. Lexi also shows readers how to create individual pretty patches they can attach to their favourite jeans or blouses, as well as how to embroider feminine floral touches directly onto their jean jackets. This book will have 25 projects and 60 photographs.

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Book SynopsisAn expert guide to popular surface-stitching techniques, suitable for stitchers of all abilities! Drawing on work previously published in the popular Beginner's Guide to Needlecrafts series, and originally published as The Stitching Book, this definitive guide to stitching provides a must-have reference for anyone interested in stitching and embroidery. Aimed at both beginners and those wishing to explore new areas or to develop their existing skills, this book provides a complete, step-by-step guide to traditional stitching techniques, including drawn thread embroidery, hardanger, goldwork, stumpwork, silk shading, crewel embroidery, Mountmellick and blackwork. Each section is authored by best-selling embroidery experts Patricia Bage, Jill Carter, Ruth Chamberlin, Kay Dennis, Clare Hanham, Jane Rainbow, Pat Trott and Lesley Wilkins, and leads the reader carefully through the history of the technique; the materials and equipment required; and the most popular stitches used. The sections include hands-on projects – 26 projects in all – and are beautifully illustrated with examples of the authors' works as well as step-by-step photographs and diagrams of the methods used. This timely book is the perfect choice for anyone whose interest in stitching has been re-awakened by the current trends in embroidery and sewing, and who wishes to make beautiful, hand-embroidered items for their home.Trade ReviewI was drawn to this book initially because of the variety of different needlework styles it covers, some of which I haven't tried. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, especially as they include photographs as well as illustrations. Special tips have been added to each section and samplers and templates have been added throughout. I also loved the addition of a brief history of each style of stitching. After reading this book I feel confident in trying new techniques and I would thoroughly recommend this book to both beginners and more experienced stitchers. This book is a delight to own. -- Faye Mulhern * Customer Review *I am quite a novice with hand embroidery, but this book has it all. Everything you need to know from a beginner to more advanced. It gives you easy steps to get started on your journey. The different areas of embroidery give you materials needed , threads, different needles (didn't know there were so many), other equipment. For the different stitches it gives you pictures alongside written instructions, also tips and tricks to help you on your journey. I will certainly be trying out new stitches. -- Bev Hackleton * Customer Review *Received this wonderful book. I could not put it down. I'm new to embroidery, this book shows you all different stitches etc. The pages full of handy tips which I like. I love the flowers which look so real. I can not wait to try some of these beautiful projects. A well written book for all stages of embroidery. -- Carol Wilson * Customer Review *When I received this book I was amazed by the thickness of it, 272 pages. I soon learned why it needed so many pages as it covers an astonishing amount of techniques. Each stitch is shown in clear detail. At first I thought the sub headings might be to much for a beginner, but as I read through a few sections I was encouraged to see this would not be the case. Crewel, Silk shading, Gold work, just a few of the techniques. It begins with a brief history, as all good books should in my opinion. As well as the materials and techniques for transfering designs. I cant wait to do the stumpwork as it includes a piece on needlelace, which is new to me. It covers in detail all the techniques a beginner and more advanced needs. I don't hesitate in recommending this book from the Search Press range. -- Kathy Campbell * Customer Review *This lovely new book from Search Press is actually a re-working of individual books previously published and contains chapters on silk shading, crewel embroidery, Mountmellick, stump work, Hardanger, blackwork, drawn thread embroidery and goldwork. If you would like to acquaint yourself with these techniques, you will find much to keep you interested. There are very good photographs and instructions with projects, and I suspect even more accomplished needle-workers will find something of interest. It would be a good value book for inclusion in the libraries of sewing groups especially, as it encompasses a wide range of traditional techniques. There is some repetition on materials, inevitably, but all things considered, I would recommend this as a good introduction for those who have taken up stitching lately and want to challenge and hopefully surprise themselves with the results they achieve. -- Helen Raynes * Customer Review *Suitable for stitchers of all abilities this book aims to be a definitive guide to stitching and embroidery. Use the step-by-step guides to get to grips with drawn thread embroidery, hardanger, goldwork, stumpwork, silk shading, crewel embroidery, Mountmellick, blackwork and more. Each section has been put together by experts and features the technique's history, materials and equipment needed and the most popular stitches used. * Cross Stitcher *Absolutely love this book from wonderful step-by-step instructions to beautiful photographs. The book starts with a lovely introduction and a brief history. A section on where to stitch and what to stitch, designing, framing, preparing fabric etc and about mounting your work. Section on materials too. The book is well laid out with each stitch well laid out and beautifully photographed. The projects are amazing and beautiful and some techniques I've never seen before. Each project gives you a recipe of what you will need there are some beautiful patterns to try. You would not be disappointed if you buy this book whether you are a beginner or competent sewer. -- Sue Prince * Amazon *Firstly, I was surprised at the size and weight of this book, but so much is covered. There are techniques in the book that I had not heard of before, Mountmellick for one, but I will definitely be trying it. Mainly, I wanted to improve my Blackwork and Goldwork, but I can see myself getting waylaid with a bit of Stumpwork. The diagrams and photographs in this book are very detailed and each section has so much information and advice to guide you to better stitching. All in all a 'must have' techniques book. I don't think you will be disappointed! -- Lisa Hemstock * Customer Review *Table of ContentsIntroduction 8 Where to stitch 10 What to stitch 11 Transferring a design on to fabric 14 Framing up 16 Starting to stitch 21 Mounting your work 23 Silk Shading 26 Crewel Embroidery 46 Mountmellick 72 Stumpwork 96 Hardanger 136 Blackwork 168 Drawn thread embroidery 192 Goldwork 230 Index 270

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Book SynopsisThe elegant form, fragile iridescent wings, mystical bead-like eyes and shimmering colours of the dragonfly have fascinated needleworkers for centuries. Jane Nicholas takes a close look at the anatomy of dragonflies and damselflies and their representation in natural history. She combines those observations with designs form as far back as the sixteenth-century and from throughout the world and then uses a variety of materials and techniques to build works of mesmerising beauty. Jane shares new ways of using unusual materials to interpret and create your own dragonfly designs. The projects - including a remarkable collection of nine creatures in a 'specimen box' - not only set off the dragonflies exquisitely, but they exemplify Jane's impeccable eye for detail and composition. This stunning book - fascinating for anyone interested in textured embroidery is a pure delight to read.

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Book SynopsisSeventeen paintings are reproduced in amazing detail using the simplest of stitches to create a remarkably complex effect. Step-by-step instructions are included for each embroidery - fabric, thread, stitches - which will allow both the novice and the experienced embroiderer to create their own stunning botanical collection. Trade ReviewKarenplatt.co.uk: Early nineteenth century botanical artist, Frenchman Pierre Joseph Redoute is renowned for his paintings of flowers. These have inspired the embroideries of Trish Burr in this book. Trish takes seventeen paintings and transforms them into beautiful embroideries with great detail and colour. She uses simple stitiches and yet manages to create a complex effect with tone. The book initiates the beginner into creating delightful stitchery with an introduction, basic materials and equipment and the stitches to master to get you off to a good start. A starter project follows to ensure you practice your new-found skills. We then get into the meat of the book, the seventeen projects from Camellia, Rosa, iris, Anemone and many more favourites. Each project gives detailed materials and colours of thread (standard available world-wide). Every aspect of this book is accompanied by crystal clear line drawings and good photographs to guide you through the process. It is a wonderful 96-page book for all lovers of flowers, embroidery and Redoute.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments; Preface; Introduction; Materials; Techniques; Tips for working the designs; Stitch glossary; Projects: Camellia blanc; Bengale the hymenee; Sabot des alpes; Iris xiphium variete; Convolculus tricoleur; Dahlia double; Pavot; Magnolia soulangeana; Rosa gallica maheka; Iris pale; Amaryllis bresilienne; La dillene; Strelitzia; Varietes de rose jaune; Ipomoea quamoclit; Anemone simple; Le lys blanc.

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Book SynopsisThe half doll pincushions in this collection are exquisite in design and style. The dolls are a combination of silk skirts with wool embroidered top skirts to the most wonderful bridal gown of silk, heavily embroidered with silk ribbon and stranded threads. You will love this book from start to finish and ponder over which doll you should embroider first or just embroider the lot for a perfect collection. Thirteen dolls with easy-to-follow instructions, and clear, detailed illustrations for each, as well as extra notes on special techniques. Wonderful styled photographs bring the dolls to life, as well as close up photographs to show the exquisite embroidery. The designs in this book are for beginners, as well as advanced embroiderers alike.Table of Contentsintroduction. Half Dolls. Hints and Techniques. Working the embroidery. Stitch guide. How to make the puffs. Making the pincushions. Projects. Pattern sheets

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Book SynopsisGoldwork Embroidery by Mary Brown is the most comprehensive book on this ancient form of embroidery. The history of goldwork in Britain and Europe is illuminated with images in glorious full-colour of gold embroidered costumes and textiles held in museums and private collections, many never previously published or seen by the public. This book includes fifteen original projects that either reference historical examples or exhibit contemporary techniques for this form of embroidery. A beautiful book that covers every aspect of gold embroidery.Trade ReviewAug/Sep 08 An exciting and sometimes challenging technique, goldwork certainly has the wow factor, and the glorious images in this book show the technique in all its glory. The history of goldwork in Britain and Europe is illustrated with photographs of embroidered costumes and textiles from museums and private collections – many of which have never previously been published or been on public view. There are also 15 embroidery projects, each with clear instructions; some are suitable for beginners, while others are more complex, but the chapters on materials and techniques ensure that all of the methods are clearly explained. * Stitch *Table of ContentsTitle: Goldwork Embroidery: Designs and Projects Author: Mary Brown Description: Goldwork Embroidery by Mary Brown is the most comprehensive book on this ancient form of embroidery. The history of goldwork in Britain and Europe is illuminated with images in glorious full-colour of gold embroidered costumes and textiles held in museums and private collections, many never previously published or seen by the public. This book includes fifteen original projects that either reference historical examples or exhibit contemporary techniques for this form of embroidery. A beautiful book that covers every aspect of goldwork embroidery. No. of pages: 208 Cover type: Paperback Trim size: 208 x 210mm Colour type: Full colour Series: Milner Craft Series Imprint: Sally Milner Publishing ISBN: 978 1 86351 366 1 RRP: A$49.95 Contents SECTION I: BACKGROUND AND TECHNIQUES 1 A Brief History of Goldwork Embroidery Medieval Goldwork: 12th to 15th centuries Tudor, Elizabethan and Stuart Goldwork: 16th and 15th centuries Rococo and Regency/Directoire Goldwork: 18th and 19th centuries 20th Century Goldwork 2 Metal Threads: history and manufacture 3 Materials, Equipment and Preparation 4 Goldwork Embroidery Techniques SECTION II: THE PROJECTS Contemporary Jewel Circle of Hearts Spray of Flowers Silver Flower White Poppy Horus Eye Medallion Ornamental Fan Portrait of a Woman Basket of Flowers Vine of Flowers Japanese Landscape Byzantine Angel Cornucopia Memories of Russia

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Book SynopsisThe research and embroidery involved in creating the designs for this book has been a joy for Jane Nicholas. She has revelled in the opportunity to indulge a passion of hers since childhood – combining jewel-like colours, gold metallic threads and glittering beads. Sixteen projects are presented in this book, varying both in size and complexity. Each has been inspired by an example of Islamic art – pottery, textiles, manuscripts or jewellery – from Turkey, Syria, Persia, Arabia or India.Trade ReviewDec 10 Indulge in some opulent embroidery inspired by Turkish, Syrian and Persian tiles with this fantastic book by Jane Nicholas. Stumpwork and Gold Embroidery is packed with beautiful projects large and small using traditional techniques to recreate motifs of stylised tulips, pomegranates, peonies and more. Each project is explained step-by-step, being built up in stages to culminate in a wonderful three-dimensional piece, highlighted with gold. The book features full stitching instructions and wonderful photography of items that have inspired Jane's embroideries. * NEW STITCHES *Dec 10/Jan 11 Inspired by Turkish, Syrian and Persian tiles, the designs in this book are exquisite. Although the designs are very detailed, the clear instructions ensure that you'll find them do-able. The main designs are large enough to be a challenge, but individual motifs from the larger embroideries are used singly to embellish little treasures, such as trinket boxes, a paperweight and a book cover – and these are very achievable. Altogether there are 16 stunning projects inspired by pottery, textiles, manuscripts – and even by a spittoon that showcases the traditions of goldworking and enamelling. Whatever the source of inspiration, every design combines rich jewel colours with gold metallic threads and glittering beads. * Stitch *Winter 2010 The vivid colours and richness of textures and design on the cover is only an example of the beautiful illustrations inside. The book has a number of designs with a little history and detailed instructions of stitching and materials needed. Also smaller projects are included, at the end of each section, which would be suitable for a brooch or the inside of a box. The combination of beautiful threads, goldwork and beads is absolutely gorgeous and make this a most appealing book. This book did exactly what the title promised. Starting with the basics of materials and equipment it gave plenty of examples which could be followed by a beginner or expanded upon by the more experienced sewer. Each step was well described and the accompanying illustrations were easy to follow as they were clear and large enough to see exactly what to do. The section covering machine embroidery was so well described that it felt that once mastered it would open up endless possibilities to embellish quite ordinary fabric and create something special. With a variety of shapes, luxurious velvets or fabrics you have made yourself and decorated whether by machine or embroidered by hand, it would be possible to make some stunning bags whatever your level of ability. Also a lovely way to make use of all the beads, threads and bits and pieces that we all acquire because it is sure to come in useful one day! * West Country Embroiderers *Table of ContentsBeautifully photographed pieces Inspirational images throughout Clear instructions for each tile and its variations Comprehensive illustrations and diagrams to guide the reader

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Book SynopsisGoldwork embroidery is a traditional Chinese embroidery technique that was originally used in the court or palaces and was exclusive to nobility in ancient times. Similar embroidery techniques were used in Central Asia and Europe in ancient times as well. Today, this sort of technique, characterized by its diversity of thread textures, variety of techniques, unique three-dimensional shape, and ability to blend other embroidery styles, is familiar to and admired by embroidery enthusiasts all over the world. Through her practice in embroidery over the past two decades, Chen Daiyu has simultaneously studied both Chinese and European embroidery. Her work is unique in that it combines the beauty of both forms, making it uniquely original. In this book, she draws inspiration from elements of traditional Chinese painting, combining traditional Chinese silk embroidery with European goldwork embroidery to create stunning, elegant works with a unique Chinese aesthetic appeal. This volume combines images and text, taking the reader systematically through the world of goldwork embroidery with a step-by-step guide.Trade Review"Goldwork Embroidery Chinese Style lays out the steps in such detail that it is both supportive and encouraging to adventurous crafters." -- Foreword ReviewTable of ContentsContents Preface Chapter One Introduction to Chinese-Style Goldwork Embroidery Chapter Two Materials and Tools 1. Embroidery Frames 2. Metal Threads 3. Fabrics 4. Miscellaneous Materials and Tools Chapter Three Basic Techniques 1. Design 2. Pattern Transfer 3. Tightening the Fabric on the Frames 4. Starting Stitch 5. Padding 6. Couching Stitch 7. Long and Short Stitch 8. Pinning the Pearl Purl 9. Cutwork 10. Highlighting the Outline, Beading, and Mini Cross Stitches Chapter Four Design Gallery Project One An Autumn Moth Playing with Purple Chrysanthemums 1. Taihu Rock 2. Chrysanthemums 3. Autumn Moth Display: Wall Hanging Project Two Orchids and a White Parakeet 1. Orchid Leaves 2. Taihu Rock 3. White Parakeet 4. Water Ripples 5. Orchids Display: Desktop Decoration Project Three A Mantis Teasing a Crab in Late Autumn 1. Bamboo 2. Bamboo Leaves 3. Crab 4. Gourd Leaves 5. Vine 6. Mantis and Water Plants Display: Tabletop Screen Project Four A Red-Crowned Crane and Longevity Peaches 1. Red-Crowned Crane 2. Peaches Display: Make-Up Mirror Appendix Outline Templates

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Book SynopsisEmbellish your world with the whimsical, creative art of Boho Embroidery. These bright, clean designs, in an Anthropologie-esque style, are ideal for beginners to advanced stitchers. This book begins with a tutorial for learning 10 different embroidery stitches, detailed instruction on colour work, and 10 fun projects like buttons and hair clips, then goes on to advanced pattern work for vintage clothing and linens, and finally, learning how to make your own hoop and accessories.Trade ReviewIf you think that hand embroidery is old fashioned, complicated and not for you then this book might make you change your mind. As the subtitle says “Modern projects from traditional stitches” and this is what happens when patterned fabric meets embroidery and gets its style from a boho hippy trend. I have been a keen hand embroiderer since the age of seven and am always on the lookout for new ways of doing it. This book taps into the current fashion for using embroidery hoops as frames, and for embellishing patterned fabric with stitches. The result is a fun, colorful piece of work that draws on appliqué and even coloring skills, mixes in some basic freestyle stitches and results in one of the most enjoyable ways I have yet seen to use up lot of bits of fabric. Each of the eight chapters is called Let’s Talk About…and you can see what the author has to say about tools, stitches, fabric plus making accessories and looking for inspiration. Every page is filled with bright photographs of materials and finished work and it is easy to get carried along with the author’s enthusiasm; I couldn’t wait to get started! Discover what thread, materials and tools to buy, learn how to do sixteen simple stitches, choose your fabric and lay it all out. You can add paint and other embellishments, find out about composing your work and how to attach appliqué cutouts. The stitch diagrams could be larger and more colorful for easy use and tend to look rather lost on the page but fortunately they are all chosen for their simplicity. I love the way very basic stitches like running stitch, straight stitch and backstitch really come into their own. All the work in here has a bright, 60s vibe about it but all the methods would work equally well whatever style you are into. If you don’t want to adorn your walls with hoops there is a chapter dedicated to applying the methods to making bags, jewellery, embellishing garments and more and if you live in the US you can find a list of stockists at the back. There is also a section of appliqué patterns (these mostly need to be enlarged) and a list of useful websites if you want more information about embroidery stitches, broderie perse and crazy quilting. This new trend taps into several hobbies and ties them all together in one fun package and the author is adept at showing how simple and enjoyable it all is, regardless of your skill level. * myshelf.com *March 2017 This comprehensive introduction to embroidery is packed with beautiful illustrations to inspired beginner and experienced stitchers alike. It kicks off with straightforward explainations of the necessary tools and materials then dives into stitch tutorials accompanied by step-by-step diagrams plus great hints and tips. It's topped of with ten whimsical projects to showcase your new skills, from decorative wall hangings to mini hoop jewellery and embellished clothing. Get started today! * Sew *This book begins with a tutorial for learning 10 different embroidery stitches, detailed instruction on colour work, and 10 fun projects like buttons and hair clips, then goes on to advanced pattern work for vintage clothing and linens, and finally, learning how to make your own hoop and accessories. * Be Creative *

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Book SynopsisBoho Embroidery is back! Following Nichole Vogelsinger’s best-selling Boho Embroidery: Modern Projects from Traditional Stitches, this book continues Nichole’s signature fabric-collage-meets-embroidery journey featuring all new designs, stitches and techniques. Immerse yourself in Nichole’s boho style with saturated threads and fabric and shimmery beads and sequins. Nichole provides over 30 original motifs all ready for you to transfer onto fabric and get stitching! Beginner-friendly, this is for the embroiderer who is looking for fresh trendy motifs and for fabric lovers looking to take a break from machine sewing and get back to handwork.Trade ReviewThis book is one bright and colourful project book. While the projects might not be for everyone, they can be adapted and used as inspiration. Stitches, tools and a handy hoop guide are included and the templates are fabulous to trace and enlarge on a printer. The Steampunk Beetle is a joy, as are the Stained Glass hoop projects. With various ideas, such as appliqué, each project is showcased using colour, fabric and embellishments. This is a book perfect for beginners and advanced embroiderers, and I just know it would make a gorgeous gift. 30 motifs and an abundance of stitches, this Boho styled project book is both delightful and inspiring. -- Tracy Shephard * Postcard Reviews *

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Book SynopsisCrewelwork is one of the oldest embroidery techniques, but it is as popular today as it has ever been. Historically worked in soft wools on twilled linens, today's embroiderer is discovering just how successfully the techniques can be applied to stranded cotton threads and a wider variety of fabrics.Table of ContentsIntroduction; Materials and Equipment; Transferring Designs; Stitching Techniques; Embroidery Ideas - Project ideas with step-by-step instructions for making up; Stitch Directory; Basque Stitch; Battlemented Couching; Brick and Cross Filling, Brick Satin Filling; Burden Stitch; Buttonhole Block Shading; Buttonhole, German Knotted; Open and Knotted Buttonhole; Buttonhole Scale; Buttonhole Square; Buttonhole Triangle; Up and Down Buttonhole; Chain Stitch Filling; Chain Outline; Chain Twisted, Detached; Chessboard Filling; Half Chevron; Cloud Filling; Coral Stitch; Open Cretan, Closed; Detached Chain; Ermine Filling; Fern Stitch; Fly Stitch, Attached; Four-Legged Knot; French Knots; French Knots on Stalks; Closed Herringbone; Honeycomb Filling; Laid Work; Long and Short Stitch; Moss Stitch; Pearl Stitch; Pekin Knot; Plate Stitch; Roumanian Stitch; Satin Stitch; Satin Fan Block, Shading; Knotted Satin Stitch; Threaded Chain Stitch; Seeding; Sheaf (or Faggot); Stem Outline, Filling; Portuguese Knotted; Stem Stitch; Tete de Boeuf; Thorn Stitch; Trellis Square Filling; Wave Stitch. Suppliers; Index

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Book SynopsisBlackwork is a counted thread embroidery technique in which repetitive patterns are used to fill outlined areas. This book covers the materials and equipment needed, the essential stitches, and outlines in step-by-step detail the working of 49 infill patterns. It is sure to become an indispensable reference for stitchers.Table of ContentsIntroduction - including a brief history of this traditional technique; Materials and Equipment; Stitching Instructions - preparing the fabric, working in a frame or hoop, working from a chart; The Basic Stitches; Designing Your Own Filling Patterns; Embroidery Ideas - Project ideas with step-by-step instructions for making up; Finishing Your Embroidery - Stretching and framing your finished work; Stitch Directory; Filling Patterns numbers 1-49 and 16 new and original designs including: butterfly, kimono, oriental fan, country cottage, christmas bells, shell, teddy bear, strawberries, sailing ship, pram, lighthouse, carnation, shoe, fish, cup and saucer, and waterlily. Suppliers; Index

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Book SynopsisFeatures 33 nostalgic designs that depict charming images of bygone days, and reflect upon the pleasure and excitement of childhood and occasions from the turn of the 20th century. This title includes colour charts and photographs, easy-to-follow stitching instructions and inspiring project ideas for adapting the designs.Table of ContentsIntroduction; Basic Materials and Techniques; 1 Into the Blue; 2 Boat Race; 3 Countryside Charms; 4 Our Best Friend; 5 Schoolyard Games; 6 Fun At The Beach; 7 And So To Bed; 8 Boating Fun; 9 The Fun of the Fair; 10 Christmas Wonders; Finishing and Making Up; DMC Fabrics, Threads and Kits; Alphabet Charts; Acknowledgments; Suppliers; Index.

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Book SynopsisFeatures over fifty designs to enchant cross stitchers. This work presents project ideas that range from bags to banners, cards to cushions and pot lids to pictures. It covers colour charts and step-by-step instructions for making up the projects.Table of Contents*Introduction; 1 Garden Fairies Wall Hanging; 2 Birthday Fairies Greetings Cards; 3 Fairy Princess Picture; 4 Fairy Alphabet; 5 Nursery Fairies; 6 Fairy Godmother Picture; 7 Fairy Seasons; 8 Fairy Silhouettes Desk Set; * Equipment and Techniques; DMC/Anchor Conversion Chart; Suppliers; Acknowledgments; Index.

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Book SynopsisIn Lesley Teares Fantasy Cross Stitch, readers will enter a world filled with intoxicating sorceresses, fairytale dragons, mythical unicorns and beautiful butterfly fairies, all intricately recreated in cross stitch. Lesleys versatile designs can be transformed into a range of projects including framed pictures, cards, cushions, notebook covers and more. Her clear instructions and full-color charts along with striking photographs create vivid images guaranteed to transport cross stitch artists into a fabulous world of fantasy.

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Book SynopsisA classic collection of eight idyllic rural scenes for cross switchers to enjoy from a selection of favorite designers. Each design encapsulates a moment of rustic tranquillity, from a charming cottage brimming with summer flowers, to a bluebell carpet blanketing a woodland scene.Choose from a selection of smaller designs, ideal for making decorative gifts and embellishments for the home, including drawstring bags, cards, coasters and pot lid designs.With clear color charts, photographs and easy-to-follow stitching instructions it''s easy to pick up your needle and threads and escape into the peace and beauty of the countryside.Table of ContentsIntroduction; Stitch Basics; 1 In the Orchard Claire Crompton; 2 Thatched Cottage Lesley Teare; 3 By the Canal Carol Thornton; 4 Summer Skies Caroline Palmer; 5 Harvest Time Claire Crompton; 6 At the Harbour Carol Thornton; 7 Winter Hills Lesley Teare; 8 Bluebell Woods Caroline Palmer; Finishing and Making Up; The Designers; Acknowlegments & Suppliers; Index.

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