Description

B T Batsford 1st 1998
large 4to F/F 900 gms
(Order reference 10306).

The distinguished reputation and specialist knowledge of the Royal School of Needlework are combined in this colourful and inspirational introduction to the most popular hand embroidery techniques. Embroiderers will be delighted by the step-by-step illustrations and instructions, the colourful photographs of stunning finished embroideries and the practical, easy-to-follow style.

A detailed introductory section provides all the practical information needed for setting up and finishing pieces of embroidery, selecting your design, fabric and threads, and preparing and framing up for working. The next four chapters examine the popular techniques of silk shading, goldwork, crewel work and blackwork, all introduced with a historical overview and a comprehensive stitch glossary. Each stitch technique features four exquisitely worked embroidery projects, with step-by-step instructions and photographs explaining their development and stitching. The 16 projects include a Jacobean Leaf Sampler in crewel work, an Iris in blackwork, a Tree Bark design in silk shading and a Sampler in goldwork.