Metal Thread Embroidery - Softcover

Lemon, Jane

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9780713489262: Metal Thread Embroidery

Synopsis

With more than 200 beautiful color photos, and a handy A-to-Z format, this classic on metal thread work is essential for any embroiderer. There's a wealth of information on every aspect of this challenging and exciting skill: basic and advanced tools, sumptuous fabrics, golden threads for stitching, and precious stones for adornment. Every possible technique--ranging from the 16th-century Arabesque style to French Knots--appears with easy-to-follow diagrams and close-up pictures. Take an inspiring look at items old and new that feature metal thread embroidery, and use the gazetteer as a guide to places around the globe that showcase fine examples.

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About the Author

Jane Lemon worked in theatre, and then for eight years as a costume designer for television. She is a member of the Practical Study Group of the Embroiderers' Guild, an experienced teacher and lecturer on embroidery and a founder member of the Sarum Group, formed in 1978 to design and work ecclesiastical embroidery. Their work for Salisbury Cathedral is particularly well known. Jane lives in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

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Other Popular Editions of the Same Title

9780713465167: Metal Thread Embroidery: Tools, Materials and Techniques (A Batsford Embroidery Paperback)

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ISBN 10:  0713465166 ISBN 13:  9780713465167
Publisher: B T Batsford Ltd, 1990
Softcover