The Stitch Bible: The Complete Guide to Embroidery and Hand Stitching

Author(s): Kate Haxell

Craft

In this comprehensive guide to embroidery readers will learn the basic stitches and master 8 different embroidery styles, including blackwork, crewelwork, hardanger, pulled thread, goldwork and freestyle.Every stitch has clear step-by-step instructions and is accompanied by coloured diagrams. 17 beautiful projects will inspire readers to try out their new skills, with items ranging from bags and accessories to gifts and home decor.


Product Information

Kate Haxell is an experienced craft editor and seasoned author with a particular expertise in sewing. She has recently completed the year-long Royal School of Needlework Certificate. Kate has a stand at The Knitting and Stitching Show at Alexandra Palace and attends other UK shows regularly.

Introduction; Getting Started; Equipment; Techniques; 1 Basic Stitches - tbc (cross stitch); 2 Freestyle - sunglasses case, bunting and brooch; 3 Blackwork - buttons and tote bag; 4 Hardanger - phone case and peg bag; 5 Crewelwork - eye mask and bolster; 6 Pulled Thread - cuff and apron; 7 Canvaswork - pincushion, purse and cushion; 8 Goldwork - badge and picture; 9 Drawn Thread - laundry bag and scarf; Templates; About the Author; Suppliers & Acknowledgments; Index.

General Fields

  • : 9781446301661
  • : David & Charles
  • : David & Charles
  • : 0.703
  • : 29 February 2012
  • : 276mm X 210mm
  • : United Kingdom
  • : 01 April 2012
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Kate Haxell
  • : Paperback
  • : English
  • : 746.44042
  • : 176
  • : 200 colour illustrations