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Silk
thread can be used to add colour, pattern and texture
to garments and home furnishings to create something
both personal and desirable. Designed for the gal on
the go, here is all the information necessary to create
many fabulous projects – all of which are quick
and easy to make.
The book introduces the reader to many different stitchery
techniques from simple cross stitch to intricate pulled
threadwork. Some of the techniques are useful for making
decorative borders, while others are good for adding
spot designs, monograms and lettering, and applying
beads and sequins. Readers will find out how to use
these traditional techniques to create attractive home
accessories and a wide range of fashionable garments.
They also will be taught how the simplest of sewing
machines can create embroidered pieces in a fraction
of the time it takes to do by hand.
Designed in a handy, stand-alone, the combination of
step-by-step pictorial instruction and attractive, sought-after
projects is sure to attract a whole new legion of novice
handcrafters.
- Step-by-step instructions for all essential techniques
- Over 200 full-colour images and step-by-step photographs
- A wide range of stitch glossaries
- A selection of modern, attractive and easy-to-make
embroidered garments, accessories and home furnishings
- Ideal format for eye-level use and easy portability
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Whether
you want to master an aspect of stitch craft, make more of your garden,
or find information about fabulous creatures, a C&B
book can make it easy for you to find out everything you need to know.
