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BK-E1961   Embroiderer's and Quilter's Sourcebook A dazzling variety of styles is presented in this overview of historical and world textiles. An array of techniques is illustrated from patchwork, quilting, appliqué, beadwork, counted thread and free stitch to Goldwork and metal thread, Whitework, smocking and machine embroidery. There are even sections on tassels, edges and three-dimensional work. The textiles featured in each section are in order from the 17th to the 21st centuries giving a fascinating historic overview of the technique's development. The book is also a unique cultural reference, providing a captivating insight into textiles from every corner of the globe. Hundreds of textile images and a range of motifs, from animals to landscapes and from plants to Geometrics are included, with a comprehensive index. No stitch instructions, charts or instructions are included - but 320 pages of gorgeous photos to inspire and encourage every embroiderer.
by Angela Thompson   BK-E1961  $28.00

English Cottage Quilts  
Pamela Mostek  That Patchwork Place  
A quiet cobblestone street, lush flower-filled gardens, quaint cottages. Visit a place where time slows to a leisurely pace. This gorgeous book captures the charm of an English garden in 10 quilt designs. 

BK-E148  $28.00
 
The Elizabethan Christmas Series  
- 13 blackwork designs
Contains all twelve of the Elizabethan Christmas blackwork ornaments, plus an exclusive Gift of Gold ornament design, available only in this collection. Complete charts, instructions and materials lists are included as well as a page of wonderful "precision blackwork" tips from Leon. Also included are a bonus recipe for Plum Pudding and a description of the tradition of plum puddings (also called Christmas cakes).

BK-E151 $40.00 

Embroidered Bags & Purses book  

A collection of 16 glorious embroidered bags and purses including full size patterns and step-by-step instructions. Ranging in style from tiny bead encrusted evening bags in precious silks to practical everyday totes, the sixteen bags and purses will whet the embroidery appetite of everyone who loves unique accessories. Projects include silk thread Stumpwork on an exquisite evening bag, beaded embroidery on a silk evening purse, Stumpwork berries on a pretty and practical drawstring workbag, lush red roses on a little black bag, Casalguidi embroidery on two different projects, sweet little shadow worked pouch, and so much more!

BK-E154  $25.00

Embroidery: 100 Stitches book

Comprehensive book of 100 embroidery stitches. The stitches are grouped into families according to their structure. Chapters include flat stitches, looped stitches, linked stitches, knotted stitches, composite stitches, couching and filling stitches, drawn thread embroidery, canvas embroidery, drawn fabric embroidery and insertion stitches. In addition to very clear diagrams and instructions, you can stitch the floral embroidery sampler shown on the cover!

  BK-E2337   $3.00

 Embroideries from an English Garden  
Carol Andrews
A collection of colorful projects in surface embroidery celebrating the seasonal flower and fruits of the English garden.

Embroideries from an English Garden combines contemporary ideas, exciting surface techniques and traditional designs. They are explained in detail and appealing to beginners and experienced stitchers alike.
Full-color illustrations with concise instructions, over 150 diagrams and a detailed stitches section provide comprehensive coverage, from transferring the outline to mounting the finished work.

BK-E1795  $44.00 

The Encyclopedia of Stitches with 245 Stitches illustrated and 24 exquisite projects.  By Karen Hemingway
A stunningly illustrated compendium of stitches and projects covers all types of embroidery. Chapters include Counted Thread (cross stitch, blackwork, huck embroidery), Free Embroidery (beadwork, shisha, crewel, silk ribbon, Stumpwork, metallic thread and more), Cut Work (drawn thread, Hardanger, needlelace and more), Smocking, Canvaswork (needlepoint and bargello). Twenty-four superb projects and 245 stitches are described and illustrated with meticulous diagrams. Stitches are grouped by type of stitching, and all essential information on fabrics, threads and needles is included for each type of embroidery.

BK-E1959  $20.00

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