Kategoria BISAC: Crafts & Hobbies >> Needlework - Embroidery

I do not know how long ago embroidery started but I think through the centuries, women have turned to needlecraft and embroidery for pleasure. My Grandmother told us that in her days the young ladies did not work and was taught to do needlework and embroidery. Although times have changed and the love for embroidery still remains strong, women sadly neglects this art as they do not have time.

The sewing machine is a quicker medium for embroidery and decorative stitching.

You can make a room look homely, cosy and beautiful with needlework and embroidery, it can be embroidered...

Mandy Shaw is well known for her distinctive sewing designs and motifs and in this book she brings her own style to the traditional and increasingly popular technique of redwork embroidery.

You will learn how to create two quilts, the first has nine different heart-shaped quilt blocks, each with a different motif and theme, such as polar bears, scissors and honey bees. The second quilt is a variation which includes a nine patch block.

Mandy then demonstrates how to use the different motifs to make up 12 simple projects such as pin-cushions, keyrings, hanging hearts and bags -...

Patterns are beginner friendly and consist of straight stitches only. All you need to do is transfer to your fabric using your favorite method and start stitching

Each design is provided in 4 sizes ranging from about 3 inches to approximately 7-8 inches.

Use your imagination to create your own projects ranging from quilts to pillow covers to wallhangings and more

I do not know how long ago embroidery started but I think through the centuries, women have turned to needlecraft and embroidery for pleasure. My Grandmother told us that in her days the young ladies did not work and was taught to do needlework and embroidery. Although times have changed and the love for embroidery still remains strong, women sadly neglects this art as they do not have time.

The sewing machine is a quicker medium for embroidery and decorative stitching.

You can make a room look homely, cosy and beautiful with needlework and embroidery, it can be embroidered...

Do you dream of making your own clothes but are either new to dressmaking or struggle to follow commercially available patterns? If so, then this book provides you with everything you need to start sewing--complete with 6 full size pull-out patterns

The detailed instructions and step by step photography show you how to use the full-scale multi-sized patterns to create basic shapes but also they also include modular elements showing how to adapt and add items to the garments to enable you to achieve a wider range of styles and increase your skill level, e.g. changing the collar,...

With country style a key trend for this Fall why not create the country feel in your own home with these 8 stylish country-inspired home projects.

From a simple draught excluder to a large bean bag floor cushion to sink into in front of the fire, these projects will add to your home's comfort and beauty.

Each project is demonstrated using two differing fabrics from Westminster Fibers Free Spirit amazing fabric designers - with the colorful and creative style of Amy Butler and the classic and eclectic style of Joel Dewberry.

Easy-to-follow instructions with step-by-step...

You don't have to "hop the pond" to get creative with Claire Culley and Amy Phipps Since most of us won't have the chance to travel to England to engage in one of their wildly popular workshops, creative crafters Claire Culley and Amy Phipps have created a workshop in the form of this gorgeous book: Embroidery.

20 original, eye-catching projects for all skill levels. With their incredible artistic energy and flair, Culley and Phipps invite you to start stitching decorative designs on just about anything, including:

Patterns are beginner friendly and consist of straight stitches only. All you need to do is transfer to your fabric using your favorite method and start stitching

Each design is provided in 4 sizes ranging from about 3 inches to approximately 7-8 inches.

Use your imagination to create your own projects ranging from quilts to pillow covers to wallhangings and more