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Zakka from the Heart

Author : Minki Kim

Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc

Page : 168 pages

File Size : 43,12 MB

Release : 2019-10-25

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 161745852X

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Book Description

Sew sixteen whimsical, handmade gifts for you and your friends. Add peace to your busy life with a cozy afternoon of zakka sewing. Stitching in her signature style, Minki Kim is back with sixteen whimsical crafts for your must-sew list. With a number of techniques, from quilting and wool appliqué to embroidery, there’s something for every sewist! Advance your skills by installing a variety of zipper styles, bag handles, and hardware. From purses to pouches, these useful handmade gifts are ideal for gifting—and perfect for keeping! • Stitch and piece a pile of pillows, sewing baskets, and useful gifts for everyone—including you • Satisfy any style with customizable projects • Practice wool appliqué, adding zippers, hand stitching, quilting, and more



Stitchcraft

Author : Gayla Partridge

Publisher : Blue Star Press

Page : 207 pages

File Size : 36,37 MB

Release : 2021-10-19

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1950968685

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Step inside the enchanted world of arcane imagery and rich esoteric symbolism in this deeply imaginative embroidery art book! Author Gayla Partridge draws upon her knowledge of vintage anatomical artwork, floral design, palmistry, Ouija, and oddities from the natural world to create magical, witchy twists on an age-old craft. Through extraordinary, stylized photography and detailed close-ups of designs, the embroidery art in Stitchcraft is entirely achievable with basic stitches and easy-to-follow instructions, enchanting beginners and expert crafters alike. Stitchcraft features: • 30 intricate embroidery designs, using a combination of nine basic stitches • Insights from the author on how she created each piece • 30 basic patterns to get you started embroidering your own version of her designs From the anatomy of a snake to floral skulls, from palmistry hands to botanical hearts, readers will be inspired to recreate Partridge’s spellbinding designs and to make them their own.



Pet Portrait Embroidery

Author : Michelle Staub

Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc

Page : 147 pages

File Size : 40,42 MB

Release : 2021-11-25

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1644030152

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Learn the art of thread painting from Instagram sensation Michelle Staub Cats and dogs seem to always have a paw planted firmly in our hearts. Capture the life in their eyes and the texture of their fur with a unique embroidered pet portrait! Insta-famous artist Michelle Staub puts a modern spin on thread painting with her easy-to-learn approach. Get started with 4 basic embroidery stitches, and follow the detailed tutorials to hone your skills. Capture awe-inspiring details of your pet with lessons in full-color thread painting or go clean with a simple line drawing—the choice is yours. Learn to personalize your art piece with names, dates, and decorative accents. With 20 sample patterns to customize, you can easily recreate any breed! Paint stunningly realistic pet portraits with just a needle and thread Try your hand at two styles—minimal outlines and incredible full-color renderings Make it modern with floral garlands, personalized banners, and crisp lettering Start today with 4 easy stitches and 20 customizable projects



Beaded Embroidery Stitching

Author : Christen Brown

Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc

Page : 164 pages

File Size : 49,2 MB

Release : 2019-04-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1617456748

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Book Description

Add dimension and luster to your projects—from sewing to jewelry making to mixed-media art—with tiny, shiny treasures. Inspired by the magic of beads, buttons, and charms, experienced teacher Christen Brown shares eight stunning beadwork projects including brooches, bracelets, and wall hangings. This helpful visual guide to 125 bead-embroidered and bead-woven stitches categorizes each stitch by style, with a second alphabetical index included—and the robust project gallery will inspire crafters of all skill levels, from embroiderers and sewists to crazy quilters, mixed-media artists, and jewelry makers.



Creative Stitches for Contemporary Embroidery

Author : Sharon Boggon

Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc

Page : 195 pages

File Size : 14,41 MB

Release : 2020-11-25

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1617458783

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Find endless inspiration with this photo guide to embroidery stitches. Discover the 120 hand-embroidery stitches that every embroiderer should have in their stitching arsenal, with clear, step-by-step photos you can come back to time and again! Contemporary needlework teacher Sharon Boggon’s forward-thinking ideas will help you view hand embroidery through a vibrant new lens. Beginners and seasoned embroiderers will gain the confidence to create new patterns by playing with the stitches—manipulating the height and width, making asymmetrical loops, stacking up designs, or filling multiple rows with the same stitch. With so many creative variations and the author’s gorgeous samplers, you’ll be inspired to incorporate new techniques in your own crazy quilts and modern projects. Essential guide to surface embroidery! 120 contemporary stitches, including left-hand stitches, with step-by-step photos See how tiny tweaks to each stitch can take your needlework to unexpected places Play up the possibilities with modern fill patterns, asymmetry, luscious texture, and crazy quilting



Crazy Patchwork

Author : Janet Haigh

Publisher : McGraw-Hill Companies

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 20,52 MB

Release : 1998

Category : Embroidery, Machine

ISBN : 9780844226644

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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!



Ribbonwork Flowers

Author : Christen Brown

Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc

Page : 164 pages

File Size : 34,46 MB

Release : 2015-03-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1607059460

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Book Description

Create a floral fantasy Gather, twist, and stitch an array of flowers from elegant ribbons and lace. Christen Brown, author of best-selling Ribbonwork Gardens, shares 132 flowers, leaves, and garden extras—each with complete instructions and colorful how-to photos. Readers will learn clever twists on vintage ribbonwork construction, plus hand-sewing basics and an overview of techniques. Fashion your own floral arrangements from interchangeable petals and leaves, two never-before-seen stem designs, and swappable centers. A gallery of bouquets will inspire you to craft realistic blooms, embellished with fruit, flourishes, and garden accessories. From single-stem posies to bountiful bouquets, this collection has something for everyone. 130+ exciting floral elements to sew from ribbon and lace Custom floral creations! Mix and match petals, centers, and greenery Embellish wearables, accessories, and home decor with hand-stitched details Step-by-step photos make everyone an expert Learn beginner-friendly construction tips from ribbonwork master Christen Brown



The Embroidered Book

Author : Kate Heartfield

Publisher : HarperCollins UK

Page : 640 pages

File Size : 38,95 MB

Release : 2022-02-17

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 0008380619

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*Shortlisted for the Aurora Award for Best Novel* ‘Spellbinding’ JJA Harwood ‘An entertaining and dark read’ Stylist ‘An absorbing novel’ Guardian ‘Beautifully written’ Elizabeth Chadwick



Simply Living Well

Author : Julia Watkins

Publisher : HarperCollins

Page : 291 pages

File Size : 23,83 MB

Release : 2020-04-07

Category : House & Home

ISBN : 0358192692

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Recipes, DIY projects, and inspiration for a beautiful and low-waste life, from the creator of @simply.living.well on Instagram In this timely and motivational guide, author Julia Watkins shares rituals, recipes, and projects for living simply and sustainably at home. For every area of your household—kitchen, cleaning, wellness, bath, and garden—Julia shows you how to eliminate wasteful packaging, harmful ingredients, and disposable items. Practical checklists outline easy swaps (instead of disposable sponges, opt for biodegradable sponges or Swedish dishcloths; choose a bamboo toothbrush over a plastic one) and sustainable upgrades for common household tools and products. Projects include scrap apple cider vinegar, wool dryer balls, kitchen bowl covers and cloth produce bags, non-toxic dryer sheets, all-purpose citrus cleaner, herbal tinctures and balms, and more, plus recipes for package-free essentials like homemade nut milk, hummus, ketchup, salad dressings, and veggie stock.



Astrology Embroidery

Author : Maya Hanisch

Publisher : Becker & Mayer

Page : 128 pages

File Size : 28,85 MB

Release : 2021-09-28

Category :

ISBN : 9780760372258

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In Astrology Embroidery, acclaimed artist Maya Hanisch brings fine art to the needlecraft world with her collection of 30 celestial zodiac embroidery patterns to create frameable (or wearable!) textile art.