Tired of doing the same basic stitches over and over again? Noted designer Hope Hanley can help you bring new excitement and beauty to your needlepoint in more than a hundred different ways. In this practical, extremely well-organized guide she presents a treasury of 101 decorative stitches, with an easy-to-read chart and an actual-size photograph for each one.Only stitches which…
An immersive, moving story of a woman coming into her own at the dawn of the Second World War, from internationally bestselling author Tracy Chevalier 1932. After the Great War took both her beloved brother and her fianc�, Violet Speedwell has become a "surplus woman," one of a generation doomed to a life of spinsterhood after the war killed so…
This comprehensive guide to embroidery stitches contains all the embroiderer needs to know to work dozens of stitches, and includes full advice on everything from choosing materials, beginning and ending a thread and using hoops to working as a left-handed embroiderer and learning how to paint threads. Step-by-step photography and clear instructions make the techniques achievable for beginners as well…
Get hooked on punch needle! Fast and easy to do, learn the magical craft of punch needle with an introduction to all the basic notions and techniques 26 colorful and lively creations you can make to wear, give as gifts, or use to decorate your home Step-by-step instructions and high-quality photography for every project Wide variety of unique projects, including…
The monogram is an attractive and popular way of personalizing your wardrobe or household linens: tablecloths, napkins, sheets, pillowcases, towels, handkerchiefs, blouses, shirts, dresses, sweaters, jackets, and other items.This collection contains 350 unusual and striking monograms taken from a rare Viennese album printed at the turn of the century. All the monograms that can be composed with pairs of letters…
Do you wish you had a complete beginners guide to crochet without feeling lost in between steps?Crochet For Beginners is the complete crochet beginners book for you as we have included step-by-step guides with clear picture illustrations so you can learn the basics such as crochet stitches, how to read charts and buy the correct equipment. Crochet for beginners will…
Marcia Brown-Smith has been serving the needle art industry since 1979 providing finishing services for retailers, private clients, students and designers throughout the United States and internationally. With an average of 500-700 canvas and linen needle art pieces completed each year, she has developed finishing techniques that easily offer professional results.Marcia has been special editor for major needlework publications and…
Express yourself with embroidery!25 embroidery lettering projects for coasters, tote bags, monograms, an eyeglasses case, throw pillows, luggage tags, and more24 useful stitches with step-by-step instructions7 alphabet templates to use when stitching your own phrasesExpert advice on tools and materialsInside Embroidered Lettering you'll find 25 fun and unique embroidery lettering projects that feature heartfelt sentiments and witty statements.Innovative designer and…
Embroidery Now is a stylish hand-embroidery guide for the modern maker. Author and textile artist, Jennifer Riggs, known on Instagram as @Threadhoney, walks you through the embroidery process. You'll learn about the materials included in the practice, nine different stitch techniques with illustrated step-by-step instructions, and 30 individual projects designed for you to use in your home and wardrobe.Perfect for…
The ultimate stitch dictionary, perfect for anyone who wants to learn and master the traditional craft of embroidery! A visual encyclopedia of stitches that will inspire and inform sewers of all levels. With this comprehensive guide in hand, you'll be able to accomplish and perfect every stitch under the sun! This handbook is packed with practical advice on which thread, needles or…
Let one of the most accomplished and creative crewel and embroidery experts into you home to teach you the ABCs of these increasingly popular handicrafts. Just turn the pages of this encyclopedic handbook and you will find her precise explanations and clear illustrations on how to work 178 different stitches and their variations.Logically organized for easy use, the book is…
In bestselling author Lauraine Snelling's new novel, a group of women realize that life is full of half-finished relationships and projects. However, they discover that the outcome is not as important as the journey.Recognizing how common it is for crafters to start many projects and finish few, a group of women join together to form a guild-Unfinished Projects Anonymous-to keep…
This essential pocket-sized guide includes favorite stitches, embroidery options, and handy charts for quick and easy reference anywhere!30 embroidery stitches and techniques to practice and perfectStep-by-step instructions and illustrations provide an easy-to-follow how-toNeedle and thread charts are included for convenient referenceDozens of stitch options to inspire creativity and achieve unique design variationsConvenient compact size, only 4-inches by 6-inches, so you…
How to Embroider Almost Everything is an inspiring, fun, and sophisticated collection of 500+ stitch motifs from embroidery designer Wendi Gratz that offers a fresh new take on embroidery.Get a detailed checklist of everything you’ll need to embark on your stitch journey: threads, needles, fabric, and more.Find step-by-step tutorials for essential stitches and other techniques for creating the motifs, plus…
A fun, witty, nerdy, and irreverent craft book for the modern cross-stitcher.Sometimes it's good to be a little...improper. Profane, funny, and smart, Haley Pierson-Cox's IMPROPER CROSS-STITCH invites the modern crafter to bring personality and humor to their cross stitch projects. From a fully designed "Damn it feels good to be a crafter" to the beautiful Art Deco inspired "fuck," Haley's…
Jane Austen was as skillful with a needle as she was with a pen, and this unique book showcases rare and beautiful embroidery patterns from her era, repurposed into 15 modern sewing projects. Derived from Lady's Magazine (1770–1832), a popular monthly periodical of fashion, fiction, and gossip, the projects consist of embroidered clothes, accessories, and housewares. Designs include an evening bag,…
“It’s an ultimate pattern- and color-reference source, absolutely guaranteed to get your pulse pounding. If you love all things colorful, decorative, and dazzling to the eye....It’s hard to imagine a more intoxicating enticement to be more colorful in one’s own work, no matter whether it’s quilting, garment-making, or any other sort of design. At less than $20...this book is a…
Bargello stitching is making a comeback with modern crafters. Famous for its flame-like stitches that are as traditional as they are modern, bargello is quick to master, fast to achieve and, beware, very addictive.Bargello stitching, or Florentine, was in its heyday in the seventies and it's becoming popular again with modern crafters.There is a project for everyone, whether you are…
Brimming with over 300 botanical motifs, this wonderful resource will provide inspiration and instructions for embroidery artists and flower ladies everywhere. This collection features designs including flowers, ferns, succulents, leaves, bees and garden scenes. The books includes basic embroidery instruction for stitches and transferring designs onto fabric. Original designs and clear instructions make this book a must have for any…
Embroidery, needlepoint, knitting, applique, quilting, patchwork, crochet, rug-making, macrame, and lacework -- all taught through step-by-step instructions and photographs and drawings. A reference for the beginner and expert alike. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Have you ever wanted to learn how to do hand-stitched embroidery, but didn’t know where to start?Have you always wanted to tap into the ancient art of hand embroidery but thought it was too hard?In this simple, easy-to-understand The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Hand Embroidery and Needlework book, I should you all of the absolutely necessary essentials of how to…
Here is the ultimate reference for all styles of artistic hand stitching! No matter what design style you favor, this book gives you the tools to express yourself with needle and thread. Detailed technique instructions with clear charts and photos teach hundreds of stitches for embellishing clothes, gifts, accessories, or home decor. Simple projects let you try your hand at…
A stunning compendium featuring thirty-five original needlepoint designs furnishes detailed full-color charts for each pattern, including both traditional floral patterns and bold contemporary designs, and ideas for adapting or altering the designs. Reprint.
Discover the techniques behind museum-quality pieces and treasured heirlooms with this guide to antique needlework and handcrafts. Originally published in 1859, The Ladies' Hand Book of Fancy and Ornamental Work offers well-illustrated instructions for making the kinds of highly decorated items prized by Victorian homemakers: quilts, doilies, cushions, and ornamental knick-knacks as well as embellishments for collars, hair ornaments, purses,…
The "Needlepoint Book" has been considered a classic since it's publication more than 20 years ago. As it's title implies it has 303 stitches with patterns and projects, appreciated by novice needle-pointers and the more advanced practitioners.
Since its original publication in 1976, The Needlepoint Book has become known as "The Black Bible" -- the one resource every aficionado of needlepoint needs to own. Completely revised and expanded, this updated edition includes your favorite features, plus: * A 16-PACE COLOR INSERT WITH ALL-NEW PROJECTS * A CRASH COURSE ON THE NEW FIBERS UPDATED INFORMATION ON MATERIALS, AS…
Cross-stitch the beautiful art of Maria Diaz! Projects include: Animals: Cats, birds, horses, squirrels, and pigs Landscapes: Fields, sunsets, woods, and a cottage Florals: Peonies, tulips, poppies, daisies, irises, and more Baby: Little Angel, toy room, Precious Gift, and alphabets Art: Da Vinci's La Scapigliata, Albrecht Dürer's Praying Hands, and Madonna & Child This gorgeous sourcebook of cross stitch projects…
The Victorian woman put initials on nearly every piece of linen and clothing she owned — everything from handkerchiefs and blouses to tablecloths, napkins, and towels. The modern needleworker may not be quite so avid about initialing everything, but initials and monograms are still attractive and popular ways of decorating common items.This book brings you a large selection of alphabets,…
Weaving on a Little Loom teaches readers everything they need to know to start small-frame loom weaving, an easy and inexpensive craft that can be done at home. From setting up the loom to finishing a project, this book covers both basic and more advanced techniques, with an introduction to creating patterns such as basket and bird's eye weaves, rib,…
2018 and 2019’s No. 1 Best-selling Amigurumi Book in the U.S.!Explore Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crochet design, with 30 unique and darling patterns. Whether a novice or an experienced crocheter, anyone can pick up a needle and complete these cuddly creations. Author and amigurumi guru Lauren Espy inspires crocheters with her easy-to-follow patterns, pictures, and helpful instructions. Lauren always…
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