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      • Embroidery crafts
        September 2020

        Animal Embroidery Workbook

        by Jessica Long

        Embroider a menagerie of 30 adorable animals! From a sweet giraffe and a happy cat to a sly little red fox and a friendly hedgehog, Cute Critters features step-by-step instructions and dozens of easy-to-use patterns to create embroidery hoops for all your favorite animals with charming floral details. Intermediate embroiderers will pick them up in no time, and beginners can tackle the simpler projects and further their skills with the more complicated designs. Also included is basic introductory information about materials and supplies, techniques and a guide to basic stitches.

      • Handicrafts, decorative arts & crafts
        November 2020

        Blackwork Embroidery

        Techniques and Projects

        by Jen Goodwin

        Blackwork has a rich history that has developed over the years into an iconic and sophisticated style of embroidery. This practical book presents a number of ways to approach blackwork embroidery, from forming basic stitches and patterns to developing complex shaded pieces with confidence. Through an assortment of exercises, it introduces the principles of shading along with several projects to further explore the potential of blackwork.   • Detailed instructions on designing and developing shaded pieces of blackwork embroidery • Guidance on how to choose suitable images for translating into stitch • Step-by-step instructions on how to form basic stitches and how to form patterns • Almost 250 shaded patterns, indicating how differing patterns appear when worked in different thicknesses of thread • Patterns grouped by family for easy identification and pattern blending

      • Needlework & fabric crafts
        November 2017

        Stumpwork Embroidery

        Techniques and Projects

        by Helen Richardman

        Stumpwork is a highly decorative and imaginative embroidery technique, which typically uses raised and padded stitches that are rich in texture. This practical book explains how to create your own piece of stumpwork embroidery. Beginning with an introduction to the appropriate materials, equipment and tools, it instructs on a wide range of stitches and techniques, and illustrates them with ten delightful projects. It then explains how to design your own piece of stumpwork before advising on finishing, presenting and caring for you work. Written by a leading embroiderer, this beautiful book will inspire and encourage you to try this exciting technique and create your own exquisite designs.

      • Embroidery crafts
        September 2020

        Figure work in Embroidery

        Techniques in Embroidery

        by Angela Bishop

        Figures can bring an embroidery to life, but they are tricky to do well. This book guides you through the materials, stitches, body parts and clothes to give you the confidence and skills to embroider a figure and experiment, using your creative inspiration. With over 400 colour photographs it gives key information for getting started, creating designs and preparing embroideries; techniques for making three-dimensional forms using stitching and padding techniques; clear instruction for mastering stitches and then ideas for using them creatively. Specific advice is given for embroidering the face, hair, hands and feet as well as ideas for using stitching embellishments, such as beads, sequins, buttons, ribbons, feathers and jewellery charms. Step-by-step projects demonstrate a range of beautiful styles and techniques.

      • Embroidery crafts
        April 2019

        Embroidered Boxes

        Techniques and Projects

        by Emma Broughton

        Boxes are a special way to display embroidery and to present and store treasured pieces. This beautiful book brings the traditional craft of box making right up to date with the latest construction techniques and modern designs. It starts with projects suitable for beginners, and then introduces further techniques so readers can design and construct their own boxes. There are ten step-by step guides on how to construct different styles and shapes of boxes, and how to insert more complex decorative and functional elements. With over 650 colour photographs as well as stunning examples of embroidery techniques and designs, it is sure to delight and inspire every embroiderer and craft enthusiast.

      • Embroidery crafts

        Art Deco Knits

        Creating A Hand-Knit Wardrobe Inspired By The 1920s-1930s

        by Jemima Bicknell

        The jazz age of the 1920s and 1930s is a particularly inspiring period in fashion design, well-known for its intricately embellished fabrics and elegant detail. Art Deco Knits aims to inspire the modern knitter who wishes to create a vintage-inspired wardrobe, or simply add a touch of Art Deco glamour to their knitting. Featuring valuable information on styles and silhouettes, fabrics and finishing techniques, this beautifully illustrated book celebrates the joy to be found in creating knitwear inspired by this most popular of eras, when fashion and self-expression became accessible to more women than ever before. Topics covered include tips on choosing yarns and adapting patterns to fit an Art Deco aesthetic; a collection of Art Deco-inspired stitch patterns; beading and embroidery techniques for creating uniquely embellished knitted fabrics and finally, finishing tips and techniques. Nine original patterns are included, each inspired by a particular facet of 1920s or 1930s style.

      • Embroidery crafts
        November 2016

        Modern Folk Embroidery

        30 Contemporary Projects for Folk Art Inspired Designs

        by Nancy Nicholson

        Bring the folk-art trend into your home with this collection of 30 stunning embroidery designs. Folk art is a major trend and can be seen influencing everything from fashion to interiors. Now you can incorporate this trend into your home in a contemporary way with this collection of stunning modern folk art inspired embroidery designs by leading designer, Nancy Nicholson. Nancy's distinctive style, which draws on Scandinavian and Eastern European motifs, perfectly captures the folk art trend and will appeal to stitchers of all ages and abilities. This collection shows you how to use the designs to create beautiful and practical home decor items and accessories. The stitch techniques will be shown using Nancy's unique and comprehensive stitch library so they will be extremely easy to follow whether you are an experienced stitcher or a newbie. There are also plenty of suggestions for creating your own designs if you are feeling inspired.

      • Embroidery crafts
        August 2016

        Simple Sashiko

        8 Sashiko Sewing Projects for the Modern Home

        by Susan Briscoe

        Learn how to do the big stitch technique of sashiko with these 8 simple sashiko sewing projects. Traditional Japanese sewing technique, sashiko, is currently a major sewing trend in craft, interiors and fashion. Big stitches are used to create stunning, geometric patterns and texture to make home wares with a stylish, Japanese minimalist look. This collection, featuring content previously published in The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook and Japanese Sashiko Inspirations, includes eight patterns for home decor so you can try this traditional technique for yourself. Choose from eight simple projects including coasters, cushions, wall hangings, bag and greetings cards.

      • Embroidery crafts

        Colour Confident

        How to Create and Stitch Beautiful Colour Palettes

        by Karen Barbe (author)

        Any stitching project, no matter how simple, can be enhanced by a well-chosen colour palette.  Textile designer Karen Barbe regularly teaches embroidery workshops and knows first-hand the fears and frustrations of beginners - as well as accomplished crafters - when starting a new project. Choosing colours can be daunting and creating colour palettes is a design task in itself.  Starting with a clear and simple introduction to colour theory, Colour Confident is divided into three parts: Understanding Colour; Experimenting with Colour and Creating with Colour. Each guides the reader through theory and practice towards choosing a colour palette confidently as part of the creative process and includes six stiching projects that will encourage the reader to explore colour and build confidence through exercise and experiment. Basic techniques are illustrated and explained in a reference section.

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