![]() They are easy to learn with the step-by-step photographs in this book. The 'Getting Started' section is also worth a read, as this is also more in depth than usual, featuring for example, illustrations of the effect of thread twist on different stitch styles.Īdding even more stitches to your embroidery repertoire, this book contains 145 new stitches. The variety of stitches is incredible and includes many interesting designs from around the world, far beyond the usual commonly known stitch library. There is much interest here even experienced embroiderers will learn something new from this excellent guide. There is a fantastic level of detail in both the text and in the wonderful step-by-step photography, which clearly shows you exactly how each stitch is constructed. A worthwhile investment, for new or more experienced embroiderers.Ī good embroidery stitch handbook is a very useful tool for quilters and patchworkers and this is an exceptionally comprehensive and complete pretty edition to any sewer'[s bookshelf. Antwerp and Armenian are ideal for customising a simple cardigan. The range of edging stitches such as beaded Hedebo. Plus, of course, there are those 145 new stitches from across the world and across time. Fibres new to the market such as soy and bamboo are covered, with useful guidance on how to select the best thread for the job- particularly welcome when the choice is overwhelming but funds limited. ![]() These pages are sprinkled with delicious images of vintage sewing ephemera, but this is no mere nostalgia fest. For example do you know the difference between S twist and Z twist embroidery threads? Or why it's important to mark the 'flat spot' on an embroidery hoop? Ever struggled to differentiate between a milliner's needle and a sharp darner once removed from the pack in which they were so helpfully labelled? You'll find the forensic-style photography and text given to these most essential tools of the embroider's trade invaluable. One of its biggest strengths is its detailed information about subjects not normally covered in such depth. Newly published as a Search Press Classic, the subtitle '145 NEW stitches to add to your repertoire' sells this book short. Step-by-step photographs make it easy to learn and historical insights and beautiful embroideries add to the inspiration. It offers every embroiderer a perfect way to add variety and interest to every new stitching project. Combined with the original A-Z of Embroidery Stitches, this book completes a comprehensive dictionary of embroidery stitches and techniques.
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