Complete book of embroidery - Hardcover

Coss, Melinda

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 076210273X ISBN 13: 9780762102730

Publisher: Readers Digest, 2000

Synopsis

Step-by-step instructions detail over one hundred embroidery stitches used in projects such as a baby's bib and a paisley shawl.

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Review:

The centuries-old craft of embroidery is enjoying a strong revival today. Beginners will find all the information here they need to get started, and more experienced needleworkers will enjoy the attractive projects. The 10 basic stitches are carefully spelled out in detail, and then the "Stitch Library" presents how-tos for more than 100 stitch variations in the six stitch families (straight, satin, crossed, knotted, looped, and laced). "Special Skills" offers opportunity for further embellishment and expansion of the stitcher's talent, with crewelwork, couching, ribbon embroidery, beading, and monogramming. Each of the 20 good-looking projects (including bags, tablecloths, cushions, a shawl, and even monogrammed espadrilles), contains full step-by-step instructions, a materials list, a stitch and color chart, and color photos of the finished piece. --Amy Handy

About this edition

• Publisher: Readers Digest
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 076210273X
• ISBN 13: 9780762102730
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 192