Silk Ribbon Embroidery: Over 20 Beautiful Projects and Elegant Design Ideas

Ever so delicate and pretty, ribbon embroidery has survived through the ages. Now it is enjoying a new burst of popularity. Perfect for forming little flowers and foliage and for adorning with shiny beads, the silky, shimmery material has its own special softness. You'll feel a surge of creative joy as roses, bows, and twisted chains emerge from your needle. Start stitching twenty elegant decorative objects, all of heirloom and gift quality. The classic laurel wreath cushion, worked on easy-to-handle muslin, makes an ideal beginner's project. A simple outdoor picnic turns into fine dining al fresco with a crisp, embroidered linen draped over the table. Plus: hats and a sunflower-covered hatband, drapes and pelmets, shirts, a fabulous lacy christening gown and more!