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WINNER OF THE ACIA (Australian Craft Industry Awards) CRAFT BOOK OF THE YEAR 2014.
Learn the art of Punt ’e Nù, a style of knotted whitework embroidery from Teulada, Sardinia, with this step-by-step manual from whitework specialist, Yvette Stanton. This beautiful embroidery features stunning white on white texture and pattern with its geometric knotted patterns of traditional motifs.
The stitching techniques are explained in Yvette’s usual detailed step-by-step style, with clear diagrams to assist you. There are even separate instructions for left-handers!
There are 11 projects, suitable for beginner through to advanced embroiderer, and there is something to delight everyone. Projects range from impressively large to exquisitely small and include a tablecloth, dress, cushion, table runner, biscornu, candle wrap, and hand towel, all featuring beautiful Punt ’e Nù style embroidery. Each project has detailed instructions for its completion.
With Yvette Stanton’s comprehensive instructions, you can learn this traditional style of Sardinian needlework today.
