Author : Jane Nicholas
Publisher : Milner Craft (Paperback)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 36,39 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781863514095
There are 16 step-by-step projects presented in this book varying both in size and complexity, with inspirational images throughout.
Author : Jane Nicholas
Publisher : Sally Milner Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 25,34 MB
Release : 1996-08
Category : Appliqué
ISBN : 9781863511834
Illustrates the techniques for creating raised and padded embroidery, and includes tips on supplies and instructions for projects.
Author : K. Dennis
Publisher : Search Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,64 MB
Release : 2014-08
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781782211020
"How to create stumpwork and needlelace plants, animals and figures, whatever your ability ... clear step-by-step techniques and inventive projects"--Publisher's description.
Author : Helen Richman
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 1059 pages
File Size : 12,12 MB
Release : 2017-10-26
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1785002953
Stumpwork is a highly decorative and imaginative embroidery technique, which typically uses raised and padded stitches that are rich in texture. This practical book explains how to create your own piece of stumpwork embroidery. Beginning with an introduction to the appropriate materials, equipment and tools, it instructs on a wide range of stitches and techniques, and illustrates them with ten delightful projects. It then explains how to design your own piece of stumpwork before advising on finishing, presenting and caring for you work. Written by a leading embroiderer, this beautiful book will inspire and encourage you to try this exciting technique and create your own exquisite designs. Contents include: Practical advice on working with threads, as well as how to stretch and prepare fabrics; Over 900 photographs to guide the reader through a wide range of decorative and raised stitches; Detailed instructions on combining stumpwork with a range of other techniques to create unique designs; Ten projects show how to use the stitches in designs, including stumpwork human figures. This practical guide will be of great interest to embroiderers, designers, theatre designers, interior designers and historians, and is beautifully illustrated with 983 colour photographs.
Author : Alison Cole
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 46,85 MB
Release : 2015
Category : Embroidery
ISBN : 9780994392305
Author : Lizzy Pye
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 712 pages
File Size : 47,63 MB
Release : 2020-01-03
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1785006487
Goldwork must be the most dramatic of the embroidered arts. The smallest addition of metal thread to a piece of embroidery can lend immediate visual impact, and yet the technique can also be beautifully subtle. A design stitched in goldwork will be rich in texture, shine and sparkle, and metal threads can be combined beautifully with other techniques. Aimed at guiding you through each stitch and technique, and with tips for moving on to your own designs, this book is full of practical instruction. With its high level of detail and over 600 photographs, it will be a treasured companion, whether you are a novice or an experienced embroiderer.
Author : Royal School of Needlework
Publisher : SearchPress+ORM
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 15,78 MB
Release : 2018-06-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1781265437
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.
Author : Jane Nicholas
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,65 MB
Release : 2022-10-18
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1782216790
This is a treasure trove of ideas and inspiration for embroiderers and lovers of Japanese culture alike. Follow the amazing designs of world renowned embroidery artist Jane Nicholas in this stunning book. Learn how to create your own sumptuous embroidered designs based on the rich history of Japanese stitching techniques and styles. Jane Nicholas is one of the world's leading embroiderers, specializing in Stumpwork. Her exquisite embroideries in Goldwork and Stumpwork are inspired by Japanese family crests, a subject that has fascinated her for many years. In this book, Jane has selected 12 designs and interpreted them in a variety of ways using combinations of goldwork and raised and surface stitching. Measuring just 4in (10cm) square, each is worked on an assortment of silk Japanese kimono fabrics, and is accompanied by detailed instructions, a stitch diagram, and the outline for the design. At the start of the book there is a fascinating history of Japanese family crests, followed by a stitch directory and a comprehensive techniques section covering the essential methods of working Stumpwork and Goldwork. Illustrated throughout with sumptuous photography and informative diagrams This is a treasure trove of ideas and inspiration for embroiderers and lovers of Japanese culture alike.
Author : Country Bumpkin
Publisher : Search Press Limited
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 30,42 MB
Release : 2015-05-06
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 178126368X
The ultimate reference guides for needleworkers with amazing projects, detailed step-by-step instructions and stunning photographs. This best-selling series covering mainly embroidery but also sewing, knitting and crochet was originally published by Country Bumpkin in Australia and has now been revamped for the modern needleworker by Search Press, with a fresh new design.This book is full of practical expertise on how to create beautiful goldwork embroideries, enhanced with silk embroidery, while conveying the history and tradition of goldwork down the years. There is detailed information about the threads and equipment needed, with clearly illustrated instructions and many hints and tips to help you achieve the best results.
Author : Valerie Campbell-Harding
Publisher : Search Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 17,96 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Gold embroidery
ISBN : 9780855327781
'If you fancy having a go at goldwork, this book will certainly give you ideas as well as information on the techniques.' Needlecraft 'An essential and comprehensive guide... all explained in a reassuring no-nonsense manner.' Simply Crafts.
