Encyclopedia Of Classic & Vintage Stitches

Author: Karen Hemingway

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  • : 39.99 NZD
  • : 9781504800563
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  • : 01 February 2016
  • : 279mm X 216mm X 13mm
  • : United States
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Barcode 9781504800563
9781504800563

Description

Encylopedia of Classic & Vintage Stitches is the ultimate sourcebook for stitchwork practitioners: a compendium of 245 embroidery stitches photographed close-up, accompanied by stitch-by-stitch instructions, plus hundreds of illustrations and meticulous charts and diagrams. Twenty-four superb projects offer practice-makes-perfect work on every kind of embroidery, from cross-stitching and huck-weaving, crewel and needlelace to smocking and bargello. The finished products? An array of skill-displaying samplers, a Victorian brooch cushion, glittering Shisha bag, silk ribbon floral pane, Hardanger tablemat, and more, in a portfolio of beautiful handiwork. A must-have reference for beginners and the experienced alike.

Author description

The book is written by a team of contributors, each one presenting information, stitches and projects in their specific area of expertise.