Flowers are the universally popular motif for embroidery, whether for small decorative embellishments on clothes and household linens or for large embroidered pictures suitable for framing. Janet Haigh presents inspirational designs and techniques for creating a wide range of popular flowers in crewelwork, applique, and counted cross-stitch. ...
The tranquil elegance of Japan is showcased in these beautiful quilted accessories that will complement any style of decor. Inspired by Japanese tradition, each project combines the fabrics and motifs of the East with the ease and versatility of Western techniques. This extraordinary collection of luxurious accents and gifts will give any decor a ...
Concentrating on simple techniques using white and neutral fabrics, threads, and beads together with elegant but easy-to-work designs, this project book offers first-time stitchers and experienced embroiderers a hands-on guide to creating designs that have traditional roots but a modern look. Simple hand-worked embroidery, naturally colored ...
This invaluable sourcebook provides much needed guidance, for both experienced and novice needleworkers alike, on the use of colour, fabric and general design principles. Lavishly illustrated in full colour, each project is clearly explained by simple, step-by-step instructions and photographs. As well as comprehensive instructions for each ...
Bringing together simple techniques and beautiful natural fabrics with elegant but easy-to-work designs, this workbook offers first-time stitchers and experienced embroiderers alike a hands-on guide for injecting garments and accessories with a marvelous palette of color. Simple hand-worked embroidery, exquisite natural fabrics, and several cross ...
Taking as her inspiration the traditional fabrics, motifs and techniques of Japan, Janet Haigh has created a stunning range of contemporary patchwork designs. Many of the piecing and embellishing methods described - combining hexagons and triangles, simple turned-edge applique, broderie perse, for example - are already well known to Western ...
Using techniques which are intended to be within the capability of even a complete beginner - the designs are transferred to knitwear using charts and waste canvas - this book contains more than 80 cross-stitch designs. They can be adapted to suit many different styles of knitwear, and are often adaptations of popular traditional motifs from ...
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