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A Fine Tradition 2
More embroidery by Margaret Light
Margaret Light

A Fine Tradition 2 Margaret Light

30 April 2023
Inspirations Studios
paperback
24 x 1,1 x 28 cm
144 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

37,05 €



book in English

Twelve fabulous projects reflect Margaret's passion for travel and the decorative arts. She masterfully distils her experiences and research into exquisite designs that enchant with captivating combinations of colour and stitch, utilising wool and silk threads on linen and cotton fabrics.
Embroider stunning decorative panels and tiles, perfect for framing or soft furnishings, needlework accessories, and a bag and jewellery roll utilising a unique felt-inlay technique from 19th century Iranian textiles.
Detailed instructions are provided for every step from stitching to construction, including a comprehensive library of diagrams and step-by-step photographs for more than seventy stitches.

Artful Botanical Embroidery
A collection of 32 patterns & projects for all seasons
Alice Makabe

Artful Botanical Embroidery Alice Makabe

25 April 2023
World Book Media
paperback
21 x 1 x 26 cm
112 pages

21,30 €



book in English

Following the success of Beautiful Botanical Embroidery, Japanese embroidery artist Alice Makabe explores and celebrates her love of pattern through floral embroidery. Organized by season, you'll find soft, muted motifs to embroider in springtime, refreshing patterns for summer, warm, rich color combinations for autumn and bold, vivid hues to brighten up the winter. In addition to over 20 floral motifs, the book also includes instructions for ten embroidered projects, such as purses, brooches, drawstring pouches, sachets, and bookmarks.

Embroidered Birds and their Habitats
Hand embroidery techniques and inspiration
Judy Wilford

Embroidered Birds and their Habitats Judy Wilford

19 January 2023
Search Press
hardback
21,6 x 1,7 x 28 cm
500 illustrations
160 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

30,35 €



book in English

The book is divided into three parts:
Part 1 covers the basic requirements of what the reader needs, including design requirements, embroidery materials and additional equipment. It also includes a section on research and choosing a suitable bird and its habitat, and information on drawing up a design related to the bird and its placement in the wider landscape.
Part 2 explores processes and techniques used in designing and working more complicated elements through two projects. These guide the reader through the entire process, from inspiration through to working design. The reader learns techniques for layering the background and stitching; picking up all the skills and techniques needed to complete a hand-stitched, low-relief panel. This includes elements embroidered both on- and off-frame.
Part 3 includes further examples of the author's embroideries, and drawn designs that could be used in future works. This section also includes information on finishing the work (mounting and framing), a stitch glossary, reference section and acknowledgements.

Flowers for Elizabeth
A collection of Elizabethan inspired motifs
Susan O'Connor

Flowers for Elizabeth Susan O'Connor

9 January 2023
Inspirations Studios
hardback
24 x 1,1 x 28 cm
164 pages

Review of the 1st edition by Mary Corbet

36,25 €



book in English

When acclaimed needlework artist Susan O'Connor set out to celebrate her love of Elizabethan Botanicals, a stitched masterpiece was born. Her stunning wool and cashmere blanket inspired by the sumptuous embroidery of the Elizabethan era took us on a tour of a 16th century garden, showcasing some of the Queen's favourite fruits and flowers through 24 beautifully designed motifs.
In this new book, Susan has expanded her collection of motifs and created fourteen additional projects including pinwheels for each pair of fruits and flowers, plus a needlebook and scissor sheath to complete a set of beautiful accessories with your chosen motifs.
New photography features throughout, highlighting the beauty and detail of the designs now presented in both wool and silk, along with complete instructions to make the original blanket and new accessories.

Di rosa in rosa
Embroidering Patrizia Silingardi's watercolors
Elisabetta Sforza

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May 2022
Elisabetta Ricami
paperback
21 x 29,7 cm
56 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

24,00 €



book in Italian and English

In this book, Elisabetta Sforza develops the theme of the roses based on the watercolors by Patrizia Silingardi.
The stitches are explained with drawings showing the realization of the floral patterns. The colours and patterns are exquisite.
All patterns are included.

Where Meadows & Gardens Grow
The Embroidery of
Jo Butcher

Where Meadows & Gardens Grow Jo Butcher

28 February 2022
Inspirations Studios
paperback
24 x 1 x 28 cm
280 illustrations
140 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

34,50 €



book in English

This inspirational book features ten beautiful floral embroidery designs. Each project features easy-to-follow steps, detailed photographic walk-throughs and templates to trace on your fabric. Starting with basic projects for complete beginners, you'll build on your embroidery skills by learning new stitches and techniques. Once you've mastered all the stitches, you'll be ready to tackle the more detailed and intricate designs. Stitched in beautiful muted colours, each project is inspired by a Shakespearean quote and celebrates the author's love of flowers. This is a beautiful modern take on an ages-old traditional skill.

Beautiful Botanical Embroidery
30 exquisite nature-inspired designs for stitching onto bags, buttons, cushions and more
Alice Makabe

Beautiful Botanical Embroidery Alice Makabe

17 September 2021
Search Press
paperback
21 x 26 cm
350 illustrations
112 pages

18,85 €
Out of stock



book in English

As embroidery continues to grow as a contemporary craft of choice, discover the beauty of botanical embroidery with this collection of 30 exquisite motifs and projects inspired by flowers, fruit, foliage and other natural forms. Stitch your way through an assortment of elegant designs organized by colour, from pinks and subtle yellows to lush greens and moody blues. Learn how to use specific embroidery stitches to replicate the textures and shapes of flowers, leaves and stems. The book includes full-size, easy-to-follow templates and a useful embroidery stitch guide. As well as the beautiful embroidery motifs, there are also project instructions for creating gorgeous bags, aprons, pillow covers, pincushions, pouches and more.

Ricamare il Mare
A sea to Stitch
Elisabetta Sforza

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October 2020
Elisabetta Ricami
paperback
21 x 29,7 cm
88 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

24,00 €
Out of stock



book in Italian and English

In this book, Elisabetta Sforza develops the theme of the sea around an alphabet.
The stitches are explained with drawings and step by step photographs showing the realization of the floral patterns. The colours and patterns are exquisite.
All patterns are included.

Butterfly Stitches
Hand embroidery & wool appliqué designs
Catherine Redford

Borders & Motifs

9 October 2020
C&T Publishing
paperback
21,6 x 0,6 x 28 cm
72 pages

22,00 €



book in English

Beautify with butterflies! Appliqué and embroidery designs for nature lovers with international teacher Catherine Redford. Customise designs for 36 unique looks to add to your next sampler quilt, pillow, or small project.

Floral Embroidery
10 beautiful modern embroidery projects inspired by nature
Teagan Olivia Sturmer

Floral Embroidery

20 August 2020
Pen & Sword Books
paperback
21,6 x 28,2 cm
150 illustrations
104 pages

19,60 €



book in English

This inspirational book features ten beautiful floral embroidery designs. Each project features easy-to-follow steps, detailed photographic walk-throughs and templates to trace on your fabric. Starting with basic projects for complete beginners, you'll build on your embroidery skills by learning new stitches and techniques. Once you've mastered all the stitches, you'll be ready to tackle the more detailed and intricate designs. Stitched in beautiful muted colours, each project is inspired by a Shakespearean quote and celebrates the author's love of flowers. This is a beautiful modern take on an ages-old traditional skill.

Embroidered Country Gardens
Create beautiful hand-stitched floral designs inspired by nature
Lorna Bateman

Embroidered Country Gardens Lorna Bateman

5 July 2019
Search Press
paperback
21,6 x 1,2 x 28 cm
500 illustrations
160 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

21,65 €



book in English

Be inspired to embroider all the elements of an idyllic English country garden. Suitable for beginners as well as accomplished embroiderers, Lorna Bateman's beautiful book includes 12 practical projects for you to make and adorn with exquisite floral motifs.
Lorna walks you through a variety of stitches including raised and textured stitches, teaching you to embroider individual flowers with them and how to incorporate these into an original garden motif. For the nature enthusiast, there is plenty to get excited about: an AZ of English garden flowers and how to stitch them; a section on stitching common garden insects; and how to embroider iconic garden imagery such as birdbaths and garden ornaments.
Roses are the archetypal cottage flower and Lorna describes how to incorporate a climbing rose, rose spray and standard rose in your designs.
Embroidered Country Gardens is peppered throughout with seeds of wisdom: invaluable hints and tips from the author to help you develop your own skills and unique style. As well as step-by-step instructions, there are also detailed photographs, outline template drawings and a fully illustrated AZ of stitches.

Chinese Embroidery
An Illustrated Stitch Guide
Shao Xiaocheng

Chinese Embroidery

20 June 2019
Tuttle Publishing
paperback
18,4 x 1,3 x 26 cm
200 illustrations
168 pages

25,90 €
Out of stock



book in English

Over 2,000 years of rich and colourful Chinese embroidery to enjoy, learn and master through full-colour photographs and step-by-step instructions.
Chinese embroidery is one of the most popular traditional arts of China, reflecting the superb skills of the Chinese people and their love for beauty, as evident in the rich, colourful and exquisite creations.
This book gives a brief history of Chinese embroidery, the different schools in different ages, their styles, knowledge about selection and the collecting and preservation of embroidered articles. It also explains and analyses 25 kinds of needlework for Chinese embroidery with amazing pictures and detailed words, teaches comprehensive application of these basic skills and presents over forty delicate pieces both for daily use and artistic appreciation.
Shao Xiaocheng is a Chinese embroidery artist and the director of the Beijing Shao Xiaocheng Embroidery Research Institue (www.shanlinarts.com). She is a senior national master of arts and crafts and a member of the Internationale Organisation Für Volkskunst (IOV) of UNESCO. She has spent thirty years creating many pieces of embroidery whilst also researching the history, theories and practice of the art.

In un campo di grano
In a wheat field
Elisabetta Sforza

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June 2019
Elisabetta Ricami
paperback
21 x 0,3 x 29,7 cm
40 photos
69 illustrations
50 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

12,00 €



book in Italian and English

In this book, Elisabetta Sforza develops the theme of wild flowers around an alphabet and motifs such as wreaths, hearts or bouquets.
The stitches are explained with drawings and step by step photographs showing the realization of the floral patterns. The colours and patterns are exquisite.
All patterns are included.

Hand-stitched Landscapes & Flowers
10 charming embroidery projects with templates
Katrina Witten

Hand-stitched Landscapes & Flowers Katrina Witten

1 February 2019
Search Press
paperback
21,6 x 1,1 x 28 cm
450 illustrations
144 pages

21,65 €



book in English

Hand-stitched Landscapes and Flowers is a beautiful exploration of the potential of embroidery in depicting the natural world.
Katrina Witten, who is a regular on crafts channel Hochanda, uses no more than six simple stitches for each embroidery, plus delicate embellishments and an array of techniques and fabrics to portray pastoral scenes of fields, flowers and creatures with eye-catching three-dimensional effects.
There are ten detailed projects to try, depicting, among others, a hedgerow, a bluebell-emblazoned woodland, sunflowers, a poppy field and a summer scene of buddleia, butterflies and bees.

Tiny Stitches
Buttons, badges, patches and pins to embroider
Irem Yazici

Tiny Stitches

11 October 2018
Search Press
paperback
18 x 0,9 x 23 cm
400 illustrations
128 pages

16,10 €
Out of stock



book in English

Modern embroidery with a twist 20 mini accessories to embroider and wear by Instagram superstar and embroidery designer Irem Yazici
Draw attention to that neat coat lapel or jazz up the back pocket of your favourite denim pieces with little embroidered buttons, badges, brooches and more by embroidery fan and Instagram sensation Irem Yazici A.K.A. @_.baobap._
Irem's collection of mini accessories are not only sweet and off the wall, they're practical pieces that you can wear, and are perfect gifts for the down-to-earth loved ones in your life! These embroideries are also smallscale canvasses for you to show off your new stitching skills: no more than 10 stitches are used for the 20 projects throughout, and range from beginner to intermediate in skill.
Every project is explained with clear photography and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. Each one doesn't use much in the way of materials and there's no complicated finishing involved. These will be projects that you will finish!
There are also 50 motifs included from you to choose from and play with, provided in a range of sizes and suitable for a variety of different projects, so you can make your own unique designs based on Irem's edgy style.
PLUS Templates come in different sizes, so you can select the one you want to suit your own requirements.
These are embroidered projects that you will want to make and wear.

Garden Stitch Life
50 Embroidery Motifs & Projects to Grow Your Inspiration
Kazuko Aoki

Garden Stitch Life

5 October 2018
World Book Media
paperback
21,6 x 1 x 26 cm
128 pages

23,05 €
Out of stock



book in English

In Garden Stitch Life, embroidery artist Kazuko Aoki invites you into her enchanting world of garden-themed embroidery. You'll get a glimpse into her creative process, from sketching and selecting thread colours to stitching tips and techniques, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at her atelier, garden, and other inspiring locales.
In addition to dozens of botanical motifs, you'll also find designs based on the author's favourite things in life: food, travel, and design. Projects include samplers, collages, patches, bags, table linens, and more! Templates for all the motifs are included.

Smøyg
Pattern darning from Norway
Yvette Stanton

Little Stitches

9 July 2018
Search Press
paperback
19,5 x 0,7 x 27,5 cm
850 illustrations
104 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

20,25 €



book in English

From the award-winning embroiderer who introduced you to some of the world's most exquisite forms of traditional embroidery, comes a how-to guide full of colourful images and enticing projects to help you discover the beauty of Norwegian pattern darning. Pattern darning is a simple technique, and beginners through to experienced stitchers will find much to delight in this book.
In Yvette Stanton's book Smøyg, you will explore where smøyg can be found in Norway and where it features on traditional clothing and textiles. Enjoy many photographs featuring historical examples of smøyg and learn its stitches and techniques with clear step-by-step instructions and detailed diagrams. Be inspired by 13 original projects, from small through to large, with a range of useful and beautiful applications.
If you love colourful, geometric folk embroidery, this is the book for you.

Cat Lady Embroidery
380 Ways to Stitch a Cat
Applemints

Cat Lady Embroidery Applemints

5 July 2018
Creative Publishing International
paperback
21 x 1,3 x 26,1 cm
120 pages

15,80 €



book in English

Transform plain shirts, drab pillows, and impersonal gifts into cute, creative pieces you're proud to show off. With detailed instructional pages, a complete stitch guide, and advanced cat motifs, this book is perfect for embroiderers of all levels. Learn about the art of embroidery by creating adorable, realistic felines that pop out of your work. Monogram your clothes and personal items with cats peeking between the letters. Master each stitch with help from the stitch guide and learn everything from the straight stitch to the bullion knot. From kitty corners and borders to classic felines and festive holiday cats, Cat Lady Embroidery has a cat to embroider for every occasion.

Creative Thread
20 people-inspired embroideries using modern hand-stitching techniques
Jo Dixey

Creative Thread

1 July 2018
Search Press
paperback
18,9 x 1,3 x 24,6 cm
300 illustrations
128 pages

16,10 €



book in English

Embroidery has been rediscovered and loved today for its beauty, its creativity and its therapeutic qualities. In this book, tap into your creative side and start your stitching journey through these 20 abstract projects by professional embroiderer Jo Dixey, inspired by the faces and forms we see around us: people.
Jo Dixey has designed this book to inspire and challenge both those new to embroidery and those with some knowledge of stitch who want to take their ideas further. The projects range from small embroidered cards to more complex pictures to hang on your wall; simple appliqué for a scarf to an embroidered jacket all based on the theme of people. Each project introduces new embroidery stitches and technique, and as you work through the ideas you will expand your skills and gain confidence in using the stitches and ideas to inspire your own work.
Templates of the images to stitch are provided for photocopying and there is a photo gallery of all the stitches covered in the book, along with step-by-step photographs of key techniques, such as transferring patterns onto fabric or using batting to create 3D effects.
Whether you choose to make one-off pieces of art, embellish clothing with images and symbols unique to you, or make beautiful gifts for your friends, there is an alluring breadth of designs to both inspire and lose yourself in.
Previously published as Stitch People

Embroidered Garden Flowers
Botanical Motifs for Needle and Thread
Kazuko Aoki

Embroidered Garden Flowers Kazuko Aoki

30 June 2018
Roost Books
paperback
17,1 x 0,7 x 25,7 cm
96 pages

20,50 €



book in English

Featuring 63 plants, this collection of embroidered flower motifs was inspired by a year of studying the garden. Beginning with the spring and going through the late autumn, the flower varieties presented here are presented with care and realistic detail.
With beautiful colour combinations, wonderful texture, and a studied but artful expression, this is an exquisite guide for those who love flowers and embroidery, and for those who want to share in the pleasures to be found with fabric and needle.

Joyful Stitching
Transform Fabric with Improvisational Embroidery
Laura Wasilowski

Joyful Stitching

25 January 2018
C&T Publishing
paperback
21,6 x 0,4 x 28 cm
64 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

21,35 €



book in English

With instructions for 21 basic embroidery stitches and 6 projects, all in Laura's signature colourful, whimsical style, you'll transform a flat, plain surface into a joyful, design-packed art piece. Stitch on wool, felt, or silk, and enjoy the simple pleasure of slow stitching. Includes a gallery of display ideas, as well as additional ideas for using free-form stitching.

Mandalas to Embroider
Kaleidoscope stitching in a hoop
Carina Envoldsen-Harris

Mandalas to Embroider

31 October 2017
Search Press
paperback
22,2 x 0,7 x 22,2 cm
483 illustrations
80 pages

12,90 €



book in English

The book offers 12 large and 12 smaller mandalas to embroider, which Carina explains how to make through simple, beautiful stitch diagrams and keys. Only 10 stitches have been used to create all the mandalas, and each one is explained and accompanied by clear, step-by-step diagrams at the beginning of the book. In addition, there are notes on what you need in your basic embroidery kit from fabrics through to needles and thread which means those new to embroidery can start their journey to mindfulness right away.
With Carina's gentle guidance beginners can also learn how to display their creations in embroidery hoops, including the much-loved Dandelyne hoops which the 12 mini mandalas can fit inside perfectly. Any long-forgotten, tired pieces in your wardrobe and home? There is also advice and photos inside on how to use your stunning mandalas to embellish myriad accessories and items, from shoes to tote bags.
If readers are less confident about jumping straight into embroidery or are pressed for time 24 corresponding black and white motifs can be found on transfer sheets at the back of the book, which you can iron onto your chosen fabric multiple times.
There is also a final, mystical mandala template included for you to transfer, allowing you to test your new embroidery skills and develop your new-found creativity.
So sit back, pick up your needles and lose yourself in the captivating, calming world of embroidery.

The Art of Embroidered Flowers
Gilda Baron

embroidered flowers

15 June 2017
Search Press
paperback
20,4 x 26 cm
200 illustrations
80 pages

12,65 €



book in English

Explore nature through a combination of textiles and embroidery in this new, modernised edition of Gilda Baron's inspirational, innovative, step-by-step work.
Using painted and dyed backgrounds, and hand and machine embroidery, this guide presents a wonderful variety of three dimensional landscape and flower embroideries.
A number of techniques are employed when applying colour to the fabric including batik, salt discharge and brushing dye into a wet surface. Beautiful pictures are then stitched and built up over the background in easy stages. The feeling of perspective is enhanced by the clever use of scale and colour, and all the techniques are explained clearly and demonstrated in a series of stunning projects. This original book is packed with practical advice and information. Anyone interested in pattern, texture and colour will discover a wealth of inspiration when they work through the projects.
These highly individual designs will encourage beginners and more experienced embroiderers to create their own embroidered flower designs.

Un Alfabeto a Fiori
A Flower Alphabet
Elisabetta Sforza

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2017
Elisabetta Ricami
paperback
21 x 5,9 x 29,7 cm
97 photos
89 illustrations
68 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

24,00 €



book in Italian and English

In this book, Elisabetta Sforza offers beautifully embroidered letters on the theme of flowers, as well as some other motifs. This book is a fabulous source of inspiration for both the various types of fabrics and materials used for embroidery (threads, beads, ribbons) and the possible combinations of colours. It also explains how to create floral patterns for your own library and how to combine them.
The stitches are explained with diagrams.
All patterns are included.

Zakka Embroidery
Simple One- and Two-Color Embroidery Motifs and Small Crafts
Yumiko Higuchi

Zakka Embroidery

20 March 2017
Roost Books
paperback
15 x 1,2 x 21 cm
280 illustrations
192 pages

21,65 €



book in English

With a kaleidoscope of thread colours available, the task of picking just the right palette for an embroidery project can be overwhelming to beginners and experienced stitchers alike. But when you take away that challenge, a whole world of texture and style becomes available. In this book, Japanese designer Yumiko Higuchi presents embroidery motifs to be stitched in just one or two colours-creating patterns and designs that are more evocotive for their form than for a play of colours.
The motifs and patterns here are spare and graphic, yet softened with organic shapes and imagery drawn from nature. The result is embroidery that evokes a personal feel and conjures a sense of nostalgia and longing.
What is further appealing is the seeming simplicity in recreating these designs: by creating designs that use either one colour or two colours the work here feels very approachable and appropriate for beginner stitchers.

Embroidered Landscapes
Hand Embroidery, Layering and Surface Stitching
Judy Wilford

Embroidered Landscapes

18 February 2016
Sally Milner
hardcover
21 x 2,55 x 28 cm
150 illustrations
288 pages

35,30 €



book in English

This book is about the processes and techniques of designing, stitching and completing realistic interpretations of Landscapes. The processes described in this book will enable any embroiderer from any country in the world to adapt and produce hand-embroidered landscapes portraying their own regions.
The techniques are the combination and adaption of different art genre, textiles, traditional stitch's and hand embroidery techniques. It is the result of over 25 years of experiment, refinement and tutoring by author, Judy Wilford.
The book is divided into 2 parts.
Part 1 covers the materials and equipment needed to design and embroider a landscape: a simple landscape is adapted, designed, drawn up and used throughout demonstrating the layering techniques used for the background. Surface stitchery completes the foreground and covers the stitches used and adapted for the work required to produce surface elements such as grass, tress and flora that combine to make up the landscape.
Part 1 contains the Project “Of the Tablelandsâ€, this project can result in 2 completed works, - one depicting grasses as the main foreground feature and the other depicting the verge side flora of the region.
Part 2 contains projects based on different land forms -The coastlines, The Escarpments, The Plains and The Deserts, each further develop and extend techniques. They describe the landscape types and elements and the use of fabric and stitch to achieve specific effects. These effects could be sand patterns on beaches, the water ways of lakes and dams, vertical tree trunks and their textures, the wide expanse of deserts flowering or the crops and grasses of the plains and the closed secret canopies of the forests.
As in Part 1, each of the land forms will have stitch samplers of specific elements and the flora of the region giving a total of 8 projects.

The Hand-Stitched Flower Garden
Over 45 beautiful floral designs to embroider, plus 20 great project ideas
Yuki Sugashima

The Hand-Stitched Flower Garden Yuki Sugashima

21 October 2015
Search Press
paperback
18 x 1,1 x 23 cm
128 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

18,15 €



book in English

Learn how to create beautiful and understated decorative stitching motifs. The designs feature surface and dimensional stitches and bead embroidery; with motifs inspired by nature ranging from roses, sunflowers, asters and daisies to little bumblebees, ladybugs and dragonflies.
All 20 projects include step-by-step instructions and actual size templates. Learn how to make brooches, small bags and purses, cushion covers, picture frames and more. The variety of motif combinations will keep you stitching all year round.

An Embroidered Christmas
Patterns & Instructions for 24 Festive Holiday Stockings, Ornaments and more
Cheryl Fall

An Embroidered Christmas

25 August 2015
Stackpole Books
paperback
21,6 x 28 cm
128 pages

19,45 €



book in English

Gorgeous embroidery brightens up any Christmas scene! Decorate your home with original needlework designs-colorful stockings, embroidered tree centerpieces, and playful ornaments are sure to please. Wine presented in a hand-stitched bag makes a thoughtful gift, and felt peppermint candies draw the eye with holiday flair.
24 unique Christmas embroidery patterns with step-by-step instructions. Complete stitch guide for all of the stitches used in the book, making the projects accessible even for beginners. Projects include stockings, nativity figures, tree centerpieces, napkin ring, candle mat, ornaments, "Noel" banner, Christmas star, "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" sampler, and more. All of the basic information you need to get started with embroidery, including fabric choices, needles, threads, and finishing.

Artfully Embroidered
Motifs and Patterns for Bags and More
Naoko Shimoda

Artfully Embroidered

16 January 2015
Interweave
paperback
21 x 1,3 x 26,4 cm
120 pages

22,00 €



book in English

Artfully Embroidered reinvents vintage embroidery through a modern aesthetic.
Traditional Japanese and western motifs are made new with color and embellishment, and 25 embroidered patterns demonstrate the beauty of the traditional designs while keeping the projects fresh and modern-looking for today's sewists. Step-by-step instructions and templates allow readers to create lovely sewn or embroidered projects or use the hand embroidery motifs on their own designs. Projects include a variety of handbags, totes, coin purses, compacts, as well as book and tablet covers. In addition, there are visual examples of embroidery used as embellishment on clothing and linens.
Also included are pattern inserts for selected projects.

Simply Redwork
Quilt and Stitch Redwork Embroidery Designs
Mandy Shaw

simply redwork

1 September 2014
David & Charles
paperback
21 x 1 x 27,3 cm
128 pages

18,50 €



book in English

Celebrity crafter and designer Mandy Shaw shows you how to create a beautiful redwork embroidered quilt. Mandy, a regular presenter on Create & Craft TV, brings her distinctive design style to the traditional technique of redwork embroidery.
The quilt is made up of nine heart blocks each with a different motif. The hearts can be combined to create a gorgeous quilt but you can also choose from 20 simple sewn projects including a key holder, brooch and pin cushion.
Mandy brings a fresh, new approach to redwork embroidery with her own distinctive style and eye catching motifs including polar bears and honey bees.
Whether you're an experienced stitcher looking for inspiration or a novice sewer looking for new ideas, this book will suit you.

Borders & Motifs
Ready to Stitch
Michaela Learner

Borders & Motifs

28 April 2014
Search Press
paperback
20,4 x 1 x 26 cm
160 pages

18,85 €



book in English

A collection of designs for borders and motifs with accompanying iron-on transfer sheets, providing an invaluable resource for stitchers of all abilities.
This innovative new series provides numerous hand-stitched motifs* for embellishing, upcycling and revamping clothes, accessories and fabric items around the home. Simply choose a design from one of the 32 stitched samplers provided, transfer it to your chosen item using the corresponding iron-on transfer sheet at the back of the book, and add hand stitching following the instructions provided. There are notes on the materials and basic techniques used at the start of the book, and with just ten simple embroidery stitches to choose from, all with clear, step-by-step diagrams, even those new to stitching will be able to tackle all the designs provided. Clear instructions accompany each motif, with information on the DMC thread colours and the embroidery stitches used. Throughout, however, the reader is encouraged to experiment with the designs and interpret them in their own style by using different colours and stitches. In addition, there is a range of inspiring project ideas showing how the designs can be used, making this a must-have resource for sewers of all abilities.
This book takes borders and motifs as its theme and contains over 80 designs that include flowers, butterflies, hearts and fairies in a broad range of styles. So whether you are looking for a small, dainty flower to decorate a child's dress, or a large, bold heart to add impact to a bag or jacket, you will find something in this book that matches your item perfectly.
*All the motifs have appeared previously in The Design Library and Design Source Book series, both published by Search Press.
32 stitched samplers containing over 80 designs for borders and motifs in a range of sizes and styles

Bienvenue chez moi
Broderie, Appliqué, Feutrine
Céline Girgenti-Furykiewicz

Bienvenue chez moi

12 September 2013
Éditions de Saxe
paperback
21,7 x 0,6 x 28 cm
95 pages

24,50 €



book in French

For Céline Girgenti-Furykiewicz, embroidery is a real passion, which she intends to share with others...
In this book, she invites you to enter her home and her fresh and bucolic universe. She will show you her creations, between delicate traditional embroideries with tender tones and the softness of linen and felt, in a guided tour of her home, more welcoming than ever!
Her charming designs will make you want to add to your interior with beautifully embroidered works that will bring softness and warmth to your decor: cushions, panels, small hangers...

Stitch Zakka
22 Projects to Sew & Embellish - 25 Embroidery Stitches
Designer's Collective

Stitch Zakka

1 July 2013
Stash Books
paperback
20,4 x 1,2 x 25,4 cm
144 pages

24,00 €



book in English

Today's coolest crafters use beautiful COSMO embroidery thread to bring a fresh perspective to the centuries-old technique of embroidery in this charming collection. Featuring 22 projects with a contemporary flair, you'll find embroidery patterns for an iPad sleeve, e-reader holder, pillow, tote, baby bib, softies, and so much more. Each project is fully explained with simple instructions, helpful hints, color photographs, and plenty of creative inspiration.
22 small embroidered projects with simple step-by-step instructions - ideal for beginner and intermediate sewists
Learn 25 basic embroidery stitches and how to transfer embroidery patterns to fabric
Full-size embroidery designs with instructions for color and stitch placement

The Gentle Art of Stitching
40 projects inspired by everyday beauty
Jane Brocket

The Gentle Art of Stitching

20 September 2012
Collins & Brown
hardback
26,7 x 1,9 x 21,6 cm
160 pages

25,10 €



book in English

With an emphasis on Jane Brocket's 'gentle' approach to craft, this book celebrates the simple act and very enjoyable pleasures of stitching.
In a collection of more than 40 projects, Jane will show you how to make simple, stylish, and eye-catching pieces for your home. Whatever you choose to make, from quilts and samplers to needlepoint pin cushions and stitched greetings cards, Jane's unique take on stitching will ensure that the creative process is as enjoyable as seeing the finished object.
The author's text and photographs outline her inspiration for each project, and includes her top tips on the best places to find fabrics, ribbon, buttons and everything else you need to create beautiful, gentle stitching. With techniques as varied as Japanese Sashiko, kantha quilting, traditional cross stitch and modern day 'crinoline ladies', there is something here for every keen stitcher.

Little Stitches
100+ Sweet Embroidery Designs - 12 Projects
Aneela Hoey

Little Stitches

12 September 2012
Stash Books
paperback
19 x 1,1 x 24 cm
152 pages

25,40 €



book in English

It's grown-up playtime! Choose from more than 100 original embroidery designs, hand-drawn with a modern take on retro style. Each pattern is printed on handy transfer paper-tear out the page, trim out the design, iron it down, and stitch away! Learn 11 easy stitches plus techniques for adding texture, then embroider these charming images on keepsakes and gifts like a baby quilt, cushion covers, or cozies for jars and tissue boxes.
Playfully modern illustrations are printed on transfer paper to use and reuse
Learn new decorative and textural stitches while you make whimsical and practical projects
Embroidery is the perfect handwork to take along anywhere you go

Home Sweet Home
An Embroidered Workbox
Carolyn Pearce

Home Sweet Home

19 March 2012
Inspirations Studios
paperback
21,6 x 27,9 cm
200 illustrations
100 pages

Review by Mary Corbet

30,50 €
15,25 €



book in English

This charming English Cottage, beautifully decorated with a garden of stitches, opens to reveal 12 gorgeous accessories and includes storage for all your notions.
The Home Sweet Home work box has become a treasured heirloom and valuable accompaniment for every stitching project. Home Sweet Home has captured the imagination of stitchers the world over and features detailed instructions for the embroidery and construction of the workbox and each of the nine accessories, as well as over 100 step-by-step photographs.

Jolis Cœurs
Broderie Créative - Mains et Merveilles n°32
Marie-Pierre Théus

mains et merveilles 32

April March 2010
Éditions de Saxe
Magazine
67 pages

7,90 €



magazine in French

In view of the enthusiasm of embroiderers for hearts in all their forms, particularly in cross-stitch, Editions de Saxe wanted to offer traditional embroidery enthusiasts an issue devoted entirely to this timeless motif. And what a pleasure it will be to discover the elegant and tender creations of Marie-Pierre ThÉus! This talented designer has brought to life, without being overly naive or modern, this often-exploited design by adding the appropriate touch of romanticism and exoticism.
The variety of stitches used, explained very clearly in diagrams, is combined with an exceptionally accurate harmony of colours and embroidery threads. The diversity of the proposed creations (bag, cushion, tray, case, plaid, box, picture...) will undoubtedly make you feel good!

Sublime Stitching
Hundreds of Hip Embroidery Patterns and How-To
Jenny Hart

Sublime Stitching

18 September 2006
Abrams & Chronicle
paperback flexi-binding
spiral-bound
24 x 2 x 20,4 cm
224 pages

17,30 €



book in English

Now, in her much-anticipated first book, embroidery pioneer Jenny Hart brings her sublime designs to everyone. Expanding on the offerings of her "Stitch-It Kit," "Sublime Stitching" offers all the instructions, tips, and hip patterns needed to create hundreds of stylish projects. Perfect for stitchers of all experience levels, this charmingly photographed book includes simple directions and inspiring project ideas for stitching up jeans, handbags, neckties, baby bibs, and more. Best of all are the entirely original, ready-to-use iron-on patterns bound in the back. Jenny has included all sorts of delightful designsfrom cheeky margaritas and maracas to classic teapots and cupcakes. These patterns are easy to remove after using, and a cinch to store in the handy pockets on the inside covers. Believe it or not, each pattern can be used up to nine times. Now that's sublime.

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