One Needle, One Thread
Author : Tomoko Torimaru
Publisher :
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 43,48 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Embroidery, Hmong
ISBN : 9781607021735
Threads of Life
Author : Clare Hunter
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 36,82 MB
Release : 2019-10-15
Category : History
ISBN : 168335771X
Book Description
This globe-spanning history of sewing and embroidery, culture and protest, is “an astonishing feat . . . richly textured and moving” (The Sunday Times, UK). In 1970s Argentina, mothers marched in headscarves embroidered with the names of their “disappeared” children. In Tudor, England, when Mary, Queen of Scots, was under house arrest, her needlework carried her messages to the outside world. From the political propaganda of the Bayeux Tapestry, World War I soldiers coping with PTSD, and the maps sewn by schoolgirls in the New World, to the AIDS quilt, Hmong story clothes, and pink pussyhats, women and men have used the language of sewing to make their voices heard, even in the most desperate of circumstances. Threads of Life is a chronicle of identity, memory, power, and politics told through the stories of needlework. Clare Hunter, master of the craft, threads her own narrative as she takes us over centuries and across continents—from medieval France to contemporary Mexico and the United States, and from a POW camp in Singapore to a family attic in Scotland—to celebrate the universal beauty and power of sewing.
A Single Thread
Author : Tracy Chevalier
Publisher :
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 34,58 MB
Release : 2019
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0525558241
Book Description
After the Great War took both her beloved brother and her fiancZ, Violet Speedwell has become a "surplus woman," one of a generation doomed to a life of spinsterhood. She is drawn into a society of women who embroider kneelers for the cathedral. When forces threaten her new independence and another war appears on the horizon, she fights to put down roots in a place where women aren't expected to grow.grow.
Miniature Needle Painting Embroidery
Author : Trish Burr
Publisher : Milner Craft (Paperback)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,92 MB
Release : 2015-02
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781863514705
Book Description
Annotation. Trish has always been fascinated by miniature art and for years has had a yen to try and embroider smaller pieces. There is something so endearing about little paintings with all the detail and form of a larger piece, not to mention the fact that they are much quicker to stitch! Here she has compiled fresh and appealing designs that depict the pretty, romantic illustrations typical of the Victorian and post-Victorian eras. Each project is accompanied by a detailed thread diagram which shows exactly which colour should be used and where. The small size of the designs allows for great flexibility in their final usea such as group framing, making up into cushions, book covers, quilt squares, needle cases, box lids, tote bags, pockets on clothing and so on.
Needle and Thread
Author : David Pinckney
Publisher : Maverick
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 12,66 MB
Release : 2021-09-29
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781952303234
Book Description
Choosing between living the life you want and living the life you’re “supposed to have” is not always an easy choice. Noah, embracing his true-self, wants to pursue a career in costume design, something his loving, public service parents would never approve of. Azarie, the perfect, model daughter of a very stern, traditional family, dreams of embracing the hobbies she secretly loves, hobbies her social circle would never abide by. The two live different lives and their social statuses keep them from ever crossing paths until they have a chance encounter that exposes some common ground: the desire to be who they truly are. Together, the two set out to put it all on the line and show everyone what they’re made of and what they want to achieve in the form of cosplay. Their growing friendship will be tested and their faith in themselves, as well as each other, will be tried. Up-and-coming writer David Pinckney (Fight Like a Girl) and first-time graphic novel artist Ennun Ana Iurov introduce a coming-of-age yarn about self-discovery, resilience, and the enduring power of having a person believe in you!
Needle Painting Embroidery
Author : Trish Burr
Publisher : Sally Milner Pub
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 43,76 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781863514200
Book Description
As a self-taught embroiderer, Burr understands the need for clarity. The embroideries are divided into three levels, each designed to take you onto the next stage of needle painting. The projects feature traditional flowers, and two small, colorful and delightful South African birds.
Pet Portrait Embroidery
Author : Michelle Staub
Publisher : C&T Publishing Inc
Page : 147 pages
File Size : 11,45 MB
Release : 2021-11-25
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1644030152
Book Description
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
Simply Living Well
Author : Julia Watkins
Publisher : Harvest
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 41,7 MB
Release : 2020
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0358202183
Book Description
Easy recipes, DIY projects, and other ideas for living a beautiful and low-waste life, from the expert behind @simply.living.well on Instagram.
Thread Painting and Silk Shading Embroidery
Author : Margaret Dier
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 794 pages
File Size : 32,23 MB
Release : 2019-01-24
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1785004786
Book Description
Thread painting embroidery is one of the most beautiful embroidery techniques. Often mistaken for painted art, it shows off the true skill of an embroiderer. This book demystifies the technique and shows how easy it is to start embroidering your own stitched masterpieces. For the true beginner and the experienced stitcher alike it will be a treasured guide, explaining the techniques and providing the inspiration to master this exquisite form of embroidery. Over 600 colour photographs support twenty step-by-step projects that range from a simply shaded topiary tree to a three-dimensional hydrangea bouquet. Guide to getting started introduces equipment you may need, explains how to transfer designs to fabric and demonstrates the long stitch and short stitch. Advice on blending colours and stitching shades together to achieve depth and vitality. Provides inspiration and encourages experimentation to create your own designs. Illustrates historical examples and explains how to reproduce and learn from these pieces, while also showcasing contemporary techniques and ideas for finished embroidery. Over 600 colour photographs support twenty step-by-step projects that range from a simply shaded topiary tree to a three-dimensional hydrangea bouquet.
Threads of Light
Author : Patrick Dowdey
Publisher : University of Washington Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 33,98 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Embroidery
ISBN : 9780930741709
Book Description
Collaboration between the Suzhou Embroidery Research Institute and Robert Glenn Ketchum. Photographs by Ketchum were recreated as pieces of embroidery by SERI.
