Book Description
Demonstrates over two hundred stitches for embroidery, needlepoint, and dressmaking and offers advice on thread, needles, and fabrics.
Author : Lucinda Ganderton
Publisher : Dk Pub
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 23,80 MB
Release : 2006-06-19
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780756619008
Demonstrates over two hundred stitches for embroidery, needlepoint, and dressmaking and offers advice on thread, needles, and fabrics.
Author : Helen Philipps
Publisher : David & Charles
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 28,52 MB
Release : 2000-05-15
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780715307977
This unique collection of 23 fabulous samplers is sure to keep crafters stitching throughout the year. Projects include samplers for birth congratulations, weddings, home and garden, as well as smaller projects such as gift tags, trinket boxes and mini pictures. Every design is accompanied by a color chart and clear instructions, along with finished color photographs that are sure to inspire the creative stitcher.
Author : Pat Sloan
Publisher : Martingale
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 28,58 MB
Release : 2018-10-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1604689714
More than 28,000 quilters have sewn along with the Splendid Sampler community online. Now Pat Sloan and Jane Davidson return with 100 all-new block patterns to inspire quilters all over the world, all over again! Choose blocks designed by Pat and Jane plus superstar quilters Lissa Alexander, Carrie Nelson, Jenny Doan, Susan Ache, Betsy Chutchian, and many more. Blocks made with patchwork, applique, embroidery, and paper piecing provide plenty of opportunities to try new techniques. You'll discover fun ideas for arranging your blocks in a gallery of sampler quilts. Share your progress online and experience the joys of quilting with this "Splendid" community of quilters!
Author : Brenda Keyes
Publisher :
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 25,49 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Cross-stitch
ISBN : 9780715302521
Author : Cheryl Fall
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 45,41 MB
Release : 2014-08-15
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0811760685
A sampler is a project made from a "sampling" of different stitches or different motifs. Once the learning tool that helped generations of girls master basic needlework skills, this traditional project is still a great way to learn and practice embroidery skills—as well as a creative way to add color to a room or a fabric item. Covers samplers in several different styles: cross-stitch, counted thread, surface, and freestyle embroidery Creative uses for sampler art beyond the basic wall hanging: gift bags, ornaments, scarves, tote bags, and more Includes a how-to section with step-by-step instructions for basic embroidery stitches and sewing skills 16 projects for decorative sampler designs plus creative variations
Author : Brenda Keyes
Publisher : David & Charles
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,10 MB
Release : 1999-03-15
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780715305706
Reproduce a wealth of historic antique samplers -- simple schoolroom motifs, intricate band samplers, and charmingly personalized handwork to commemorate every occasion. Embroider samplers with alphabets and homey sayings, and "sign" them with your name. Stitch a Little Girl's Birth Sampler in pink-and-white or an Edwardian Boy's Birth Sampler. Give others at weddings, housewarmings, christenings, and anniversaries. Bonus projects include pillows, bookmarks, and bags. Every one is a classic!
Author : Donna Kooler
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 39,60 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Cross-stitch
ISBN : 1600591922
Donna Kooler, a renowned designer of gorgeous cross-stitch projects for more than 30 years, has now come up with nine colorful sampler patterns that celebrate home, nature, holidays, and more. Each one--from the charming and playful "Pet Friends” to the lush flower-filled "Beautiful Blooms”--is showcased in a breathtaking two-page spread with a themed beauty shot of the framed piece. Several pages of patterns follow, along with suggested alternative motifs to help stitchers unleash their creativity and make the samplers their very own. A brief introductory section teaches some basic stitches, as well as how to prepare the fabric and center the design. A Main Selection of the Crafter’s Choice Book Club.
Author : Jane Greenoff
Publisher : David & Charles
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 47,31 MB
Release : 2005-10-15
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780715318300
A collection of cross stitch projects featuring a variety of traditional sampler designs.
Author : Janet Haigh
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Companies
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,82 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Embroidery, Machine
ISBN : 9780844226644
From pillows and throws to memory book covers and lampshades, Crazy Patchwork takes the theme of traditional crazy quilts and applies its principles to a whole range of ideas for gifts and for the home. Includes all the information a crafter needs to make exciting crazy quilt projects...in no time! All 20 projects can be easily machine-pieced or machine-embroidered and all use a range of brilliant colors, Many of the projects can be completed in just hours!
Author : Vanessa-Ann Collection (Firm)
Publisher :
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 15,94 MB
Release : 1989
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780848707156
A collection of 26 new sampler designs, one for each letter of the alphabet, ranging from sophisticated designs to more traditional ideas. There are designs for every level of skill with easy to follow instructions, graphs indicating every stitch and a list of specific materials.