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Part of the bestselling A-Z series of specialist needlework books, this extensive how-to text focuses on garment construction for smocking enthusiasts and is the ideal companion to the A–Z of Smocking. Presented in an easy to use style, this book is overflowing with hundreds of step-by-step photographs and invaluable hints for creating beautiful heirloom garments from blouses to bridesmaids' dresses.
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A complete guide to the 3-dimensional, 17th-century English handicraft for beginners and seasoned stitchers alike.
With over 400 clear step-by-step photographs and instructions presented in five easy-to-use sections and 20 stunning designs from around the world, A—Z of Stumpwork is an exciting journey into the world of raised embroidery. Each design is beautifully presented with color photography, easy to follow instructions, and full-size pattern....
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A comprehensive guide to this beautiful predecessor to elastic for every crafter, from those just starting out to those looking to step up their skills.
A—Z of Smocking features every smocking stitch, clearly explained for beginners, but also has inspiring examples and new or little-known techniques to appeal to experienced smockers. It shows you how to work the stitches, read graphs, and select colors, fabric, and threads. Learn how to pleat and...
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A comprehensive guide to this versatile art form, featuring over 500 step by step photographs and forty-five stitches and techniques.
The A-Z of Crewel Embroidery is designed to encourage you to try new techniques, explore new horizons, and above all, to experiment. Whatever your status as an embroiderer, we hope this book kindles your enthusiasm, and provides you with an enriched knowledge of this timeless art.
This book introduces you to the tradition...
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A comprehensive guide to everything you need to know to create beautiful garments whether you hand sew or use a machine.
Aimed at anyone who has ever wanted to create their own garment from scratch or just fix a hem, A-Z of Sewing covers machine and hand sewing techniques, with over 180 sewing techniques explained. All techniques are meticulously demonstrated with step-by-step photographs to achieve a professional outcome. Readers are encouraged...
6) A–Z of Embroidery Stitches: A Complete Manual for the Beginner Through to the Advanced Embroiderer
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A comprehensive guide to embroidery stitches for crafters of all levels, whether you're just beginning or looking to enhance your skills.
A-Z of Embroidery Stitches contains all the embroiderer needs to know to work dozens of stitches, and includes full advice on everything from choosing materials, beginning and ending a thread and using hoops to working as a left-handed embroiderer and learning how to paint threads. Step-by-step photography and...
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A reference with projects, instructions, and photos to help you use this versatile technique and get gorgeous results.
This comprehensive guide, a redesigned edition of the popular classic, shows all the stitches and techniques needed for thread painting, with fully annotated step-by-step photographs and detailed instructions for crafting glorious works of art on fabric.
You'll also find dozens of beautiful designs, clearly photographed and accompanied...
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Master more stitches than you ever knew existed! Combined with the original A-Z of Embroidery Stitches, this newly redesigned classic completes a comprehensive dictionary of embroidery stitches and techniques. It offers embroiderers a perfect way to add variety and interest to every new stitching project. Ultra-clear visuals make it easy to learn new techniques-and historical insights and beautiful embroideries add to the inspiration. It's the ultimate...
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The ultimate resource for needlecrafters on using these traditional, timelessly appealing embroidery techniques.
In whitework, the texture of the stitchery, whether it be delicate or bold, creates the beauty and interest. In this book, over 1,000 step-by-step photos illustrate the creation of this beautiful, traditional white-on-white embroidery that has inspired needlecrafters for centuries.
Encompassing candlewicking, Mountmellick, cut work, appliqué,...
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A comprehensive guide to bead embroidery for all skill levels, featuring more than 30 versatile projects.
With over 440 step-by-step photographs, A-Z of Bead Embroidery brings bead embroidery within the reach of anyone who can thread a needle. Find out how to work tambour beading, beadpoint, padded beading, how to handle sequins and bugle beads, and so much more. Discover the best tools for the task and learn to identify different beads by their...
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An outstanding embroidery reference filled with photos, patterns, and expert tips.
From animals to airships to roses and lavender, this book features over 120 bullion designs, 146 step-by-step photos, hints, informative articles by experts, and patterns. For embroiderers, it's a rich source of both, inspirational ideas and practical advice.
Beautifully photographed and illustrated, each individual motif is a miniature work of art and will enthrall...
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A complete guide for ribbon embroiderers of all skill levels-whether you're just starting or looking to step things up-with 40+ fabulous designs.
The appeal of ribbon embroidery is timeless, and thousands of embroiderers have been captivated by its ease of use and fabulous results. In A—Z of Ribbon Embroidery,you will find every stitch and technique fully explained with step-by-step photographs and clear instructions. Accomplished embroiderers...
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A comprehensive guide to many of the techniques, tools and tricks involved in creating beautiful quilting projects for any occasion.
With a variety of patterns and heritage techniques to try, amateur and accomplished quilters will find a wealth of information here. Clear, photographic step-by-step instructions lead the way through every stage of the quilting process from how to prepare a template or how to bead or embellish, all the way through to...
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Part of the bestselling A-Z series, this title explores the handiest stitches and techniques for use in the practice of wool embroidery. Clear step-by-step instructions lead the reader through the stitches themselves; and beautiful designs created by readers of Inspirations magazines in Australia aid the reader in putting the techniques into practice. A great accompaniment and follow-on to the A-Z of Embroidery Stitches.
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A comprehensive guide to fine needlework techniques that imitate French hand sewing to add a special touch to children's clothes, wedding gowns and more.
The ultimate reference guides for needleworkers with amazing projects, detailed step-by-step instructions and stunning photographs. This best-selling series covering mainly embroidery but also sewing, knitting and crochet, was originally published by Country Bumpkin in Australia and has now been...
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