{"product_id":"goldwork-embroidery-chinese-style-an-illustrated-stitch-guide-9781938368653","title":"Goldwork Embroidery Chinese Style: An Illustrated","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGoldwork 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.\tThrough 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Goldwork Embroidery Chinese Style lays out the steps in such detail that it is both supportive and encouraging to adventurous crafters.\" -- Foreword Review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eContents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreface\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter One     Introduction to Chinese-Style Goldwork Embroidery\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter Two     Materials and Tools\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1. Embroidery Frames\u003cbr\u003e 2. Metal Threads\u003cbr\u003e 3. Fabrics\u003cbr\u003e 4. Miscellaneous Materials and Tools\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter Three     Basic Techniques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1. Design\u003cbr\u003e 2. Pattern Transfer\u003cbr\u003e 3. Tightening the Fabric on the Frames\u003cbr\u003e 4. Starting Stitch\u003cbr\u003e 5. Padding\u003cbr\u003e 6. Couching Stitch\u003cbr\u003e 7. Long and Short Stitch\u003cbr\u003e 8. Pinning the Pearl Purl\u003cbr\u003e 9. Cutwork\u003cbr\u003e 10. Highlighting the Outline, Beading, and Mini Cross Stitches\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter Four     Design Gallery\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Project One   \u003ci\u003eAn Autumn Moth Playing with Purple Chrysanthemums\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1. Taihu Rock\u003cbr\u003e 2. Chrysanthemums\u003cbr\u003e 3. Autumn Moth\u003cbr\u003e Display: Wall Hanging\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Project Two   \u003ci\u003eOrchids and a White Parakeet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1. Orchid Leaves\u003cbr\u003e 2. Taihu Rock\u003cbr\u003e 3. White Parakeet\u003cbr\u003e 4. Water Ripples\u003cbr\u003e 5. Orchids\u003cbr\u003e Display: Desktop Decoration\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Project Three   \u003ci\u003eA Mantis Teasing a Crab in Late Autumn\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1. Bamboo\u003cbr\u003e 2. Bamboo Leaves\u003cbr\u003e 3. Crab\u003cbr\u003e 4. Gourd Leaves\u003cbr\u003e 5. Vine\u003cbr\u003e 6. Mantis and Water Plants\u003cbr\u003e Display: Tabletop Screen\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Project Four   \u003ci\u003eA Red-Crowned Crane and Longevity Peaches\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1. Red-Crowned Crane\u003cbr\u003e 2. Peaches\u003cbr\u003e Display: Make-Up Mirror\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Outline Templates\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e  ","brand":"Shanghai Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49084683714903,"sku":"9781938368653","price":16.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781938368653.jpg?v=1725553005","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/goldwork-embroidery-chinese-style-an-illustrated-stitch-guide-9781938368653","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}