Start Embroidery: All You Need to Know to Start Stitching

Start Embroidery: All You Need to Know to Start Stitching

by Betty Barnden (Author)

Synopsis

This essential guide to embroidery teaches everything you need to know in order to produce wonderfully decorative needlework. From which threads and fabrics to work with to mastering different stitches and more complicated techniques, discover the satisfaction of creating your own uniquely embellished accessories, garments and homewares. Embroidery Basics examines more than thirty stitches and features twelve inspired projects, which allow you to practice your skills while creating beautiful items for yourself, your family and your home.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 128
Edition: 1st
Publisher: Apple Press
Published: 30 Sep 2005

ISBN 10: 1845430506
ISBN 13: 9781845430504

Author Bio
Betty Barnden is a freelance needlecraft designer. Her embroidery, knitwear and crochet designs have appeared in many magazines, including Woman's Weekly, Prima, Classic Stitches, Crafts Beautiful and Inspirations. She has designed embroidery projects and kits for Coats Crafts UK and The Craft Collection and is a regular contributor to Sewing World magazine. Her awards include: 1982 first prize, Courtelle Awards for Handknitting; 1985 Emu Designer Award, Courtelle Handknitting Collections; and 1998 first prize (Surface Embroidery Category), Kreinik Illumination 25th Anniversary Competition.