Guide to English Embroidery
Author : Patricia Wardle
Publisher :
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 44,92 MB
Release : 1970
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN :
Embroidery
Author : Victoria & Albert Museum
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 35,78 MB
Release : 2018-01-16
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0500293279
Book Description
A practical guide to embroidery, inspired by craft traditions from across the globe, and the second volume in the Maker’s Guides series from the Victoria and Albert Museum Embroidery: A Maker’s Guide contains fifteen beautiful step- by- step projects for crafters at all levels. Each one takes its cue from a different tradition, including English goldwork, Indian beetle- wing embellishment, Japanese Kogin, and Irish whitework, as well as contemporary machine embroidery. This modern maker’s guide to decorative stitching traditions around the world will expand readers’ crafting horizons and become an invaluable addition to every crafting shelf.
Embroidery Pocket Guide
Author : Leisure Arts
Publisher : Leisure Arts
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 29,93 MB
Release : 2010-07
Category : Embroidery
ISBN : 1609000617
Book Description
Embroidery Pocket Guide (Leisure Arts #56019) is the handiest reference guide for embroiders ever -- a laminated pocket-size encyclopedia of the most popular stitches and much more. Approximately 8.5 inches tall by 4.625 inches wide, the guide folds out accordion-style with information on supplies and stitching tips, plus illustrated stitch guides. Featured stitches are backstitches, blanket stitches, chain stitches, couching stitches, cross stitches, featherstitches, filling stitches, running stitches, satin stitches, and weaving stitches. A ruler is printed along the edge for convenience.
The Embroidery Book
Author : Christen Brown
Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 27,41 MB
Release : 2016-11-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1617452254
Book Description
“A spectacular encyclopedia of embroidery, sharing valuable techniques passed down through the generations . . . you’ll wonder how you ever worked without it.” —Sew Magazine Enjoy the tranquility of slow stitching with this step-by-step, visual guide to 149 embroidery stitches, motifs, and extras. Go beyond basic color theory–robust color charts take the guesswork out of choosing thread, silk ribbon, buttons, beads, and trims. Then take your embroidery to the next level with luxurious seam treatments and stunning stand-alone designs. Bestselling author Christen Brown’s traditional and contemporary techniques are showcased in a colorful gallery of crazy-quilted projects. “An overview of embroidery stitches and techniques as well as inspiration for embroidery projects . . . She dissects several of her pieces, summarizing the color palette, decorative elements, and stitches used.” —Library Journal
The Royal School of Needlework Book of Embroidery
Author : Royal School of Needlework
Publisher : SearchPress+ORM
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 17,54 MB
Release : 2018-06-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1781265437
Book Description
An all-in-one volume covering crewelwork, canvaswork, and six other types of hand embroidery, from the renowned school established in nineteenth-century England. This beautiful book is a rich source of embroidery techniques, stitches, and projects, covering eight key subjects in detail: crewelwork, bead embroidery, stumpwork, canvaswork, goldwork, whitework, blackwork, and silk shading. Collecting all the books in the trusted, bestselling Royal School of Needlework Essential Stitch Guide series, plus a new section on mounting your finished work, this fantastic book—heavily illustrated with photos—is a must-have for all embroiderers.
A Complete Guide to Creative Embroidery
Author : Jan Beaney
Publisher : Batsford Books
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 25,63 MB
Release : 2014-11-12
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1849942277
Book Description
'A Complete Guide to Creative Embroidery' illustrates a wealth of ideas from two internationally renowned embroiderers. It is divided into two sections: the first, 'Design to Embroider' by Jean Littlejohn develops ideas showing that anyone can design as well as decorate fabric and paper for embroidery. The second, 'Stitched Images' by Jan Beaney, illustrates how to colour fabric and combine this with stitchery. She then looks at ways of interpreting designs using applique, patchwork, quilting, and hand and machine embroidery. The final section gives guidance on selecting a theme. With the combined talents of two innovative embroiderers, this highly illustrated book is an inspiring source of colour, pattern, design, stitch and texture which will encourage embroiderers to create their own exciting and rewarding pieces.
Chinese Embroidery
Author : Shao Xiaocheng
Publisher : Shanghai Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,25 MB
Release : 2014-04-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781602200159
Book Description
Learn about the history and culture surrounding Chinese embroidery and learn to embroider yourself with this easy-to-follow and beautifully illustrated guide. Embroidery in China is a true art form, one that has been practiced for over 2,000 years. In Chinese Embroidery, you'll discover everything from the history of the art to the different schools in different ages and their styles to knowledge about selection, collection and preservation of embroidered articles. Chinese Embroidery contains over 200 full-color photos of works and step-by-step guides—all of which help to explain and analyze over twenty kinds of needlework and teach comprehensive application of these basic skills. When you reach the end of this book, you'll have learned about twenty different embroidered pieces for daily use and display purposes. Learn about the pattern-oriented art and traditional culture of China at the same time as you master the embroidery craftsmanship unique to China. Stimulate your imagination and creativity as you experience the joy of embroidery with Chinese Embroidery.
Hand Embroidery Stitches At-A-Glance
Author : Janice Vaine
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 19,14 MB
Release : 2014-02-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1607655713
Book Description
Presented in a quick and easy-to-understand format, this essential guide includes 30 favorite embroidery stitches to practice and inspire creativity! Providing needle and thread reference charts and step-by-step techniques for French knots, chain stitches, feather stitches, and more, this book is a must-have for any embroiderer on any skill level. Its compact size makes it perfect to keep on-hand in your project bag so you never have to be without it!
Beginner's Guide to Drawn Thread Embroidery
Author : Patricia Bage
Publisher : Search Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 10,30 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Drawn-work
ISBN : 9781844482429
Book Description
Patricia Bage uses clear, step-by-step instructions, photographs and diagrams to explain how to create drawn thread embroideries that combine traditional techniques with contemporary threads, colours and embellishments.
The Essential Guide to Embroidery
Author : Murdoch Books
Publisher :
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 12,3 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Embroidery
ISBN : 9781853919886
Book Description
The Essential Guide to Embroidery makes the perfect companion for learning the skills of this satisfying pastime. Each chapter starts with a look at the historical background, then explains how to do the following project.
