A Complete Guide To Creative Embroidery
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Author |
: Jan Beaney |
Publisher |
: Batsford Books |
Total Pages |
: 392 |
Release |
: 2014-11-12 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781849942270 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1849942277 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (70 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Complete Guide to Creative Embroidery by : Jan Beaney
'A Complete Guide to Creative Embroidery' illustrates a wealth of ideas from two internationally renowned embroiderers. It is divided into two sections: the first, 'Design to Embroider' by Jean Littlejohn develops ideas showing that anyone can design as well as decorate fabric and paper for embroidery. The second, 'Stitched Images' by Jan Beaney, illustrates how to colour fabric and combine this with stitchery. She then looks at ways of interpreting designs using applique, patchwork, quilting, and hand and machine embroidery. The final section gives guidance on selecting a theme. With the combined talents of two innovative embroiderers, this highly illustrated book is an inspiring source of colour, pattern, design, stitch and texture which will encourage embroiderers to create their own exciting and rewarding pieces.
Author |
: Sharon Boggon |
Publisher |
: C&T Publishing Inc |
Total Pages |
: 195 |
Release |
: 2020-11-25 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781617458781 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1617458783 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (81 Downloads) |
Synopsis Creative Stitches for Contemporary Embroidery by : Sharon Boggon
Find endless inspiration with this photo guide to embroidery stitches. Discover the 120 hand-embroidery stitches that every embroiderer should have in their stitching arsenal, with clear, step-by-step photos you can come back to time and again! Contemporary needlework teacher Sharon Boggon’s forward-thinking ideas will help you view hand embroidery through a vibrant new lens. Beginners and seasoned embroiderers will gain the confidence to create new patterns by playing with the stitches—manipulating the height and width, making asymmetrical loops, stacking up designs, or filling multiple rows with the same stitch. With so many creative variations and the author’s gorgeous samplers, you’ll be inspired to incorporate new techniques in your own crazy quilts and modern projects. Essential guide to surface embroidery! 120 contemporary stitches, including left-hand stitches, with step-by-step photos See how tiny tweaks to each stitch can take your needlework to unexpected places Play up the possibilities with modern fill patterns, asymmetry, luscious texture, and crazy quilting
Author |
: Christen Brown |
Publisher |
: C&T Publishing Inc |
Total Pages |
: 164 |
Release |
: 2016-11-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781617452253 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1617452254 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (53 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Embroidery Book by : Christen Brown
“A spectacular encyclopedia of embroidery, sharing valuable techniques passed down through the generations . . . you’ll wonder how you ever worked without it.” —Sew Magazine Enjoy the tranquility of slow stitching with this step-by-step, visual guide to 149 embroidery stitches, motifs, and extras. Go beyond basic color theory–robust color charts take the guesswork out of choosing thread, silk ribbon, buttons, beads, and trims. Then take your embroidery to the next level with luxurious seam treatments and stunning stand-alone designs. Bestselling author Christen Brown’s traditional and contemporary techniques are showcased in a colorful gallery of crazy-quilted projects. “An overview of embroidery stitches and techniques as well as inspiration for embroidery projects . . . She dissects several of her pieces, summarizing the color palette, decorative elements, and stitches used.” —Library Journal
Author |
: Jacqueline Enthoven |
Publisher |
: Schiffer Craft |
Total Pages |
: 238 |
Release |
: 1987 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0887401112 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780887401114 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (12 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Stitches of Creative Embroidery by : Jacqueline Enthoven
This classic book of embroidery stitch instructions shows more than 200 different stitches, many of them endangered ethnic types which have not been in print before. Many countries including France, Spain, India, Mexico, and the Orient are represented. Step-by-step diagrams and photographs of finished articles will inspire even a beginner.
Author |
: Julia Triston |
Publisher |
: Batsford Books |
Total Pages |
: 370 |
Release |
: 2013-10-18 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781849941457 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1849941459 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (57 Downloads) |
Synopsis How to Be Creative in Textile Art by : Julia Triston
It's a question asked by many budding textile artists: how can I be more creative? You've got a few ideas and know some techniques, but you're not sure how to get started or make your work hang together. This book shows you how. It explains the creative process from the very beginning: where to find inspiration and how to harness those ideas; how to gather source material; how to pull together what you have. The authors then take you on a journey to develop a design. Learn how to put elements together to make a cohesive whole and develop a theme, learning established design rules along the way. Part Three, Moving into Stitch, gives you a range of techniques and easy experiments with which to turn your design into stitched-textile work. From choosing what fabrics to use, to layering, creating texture and adding embellishment, it covers the key techniques to try. This is a terrific book for those starting out in textiles who really do want to be as creative as they can possibly be.
Author |
: Elizabeth Keegan |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2014 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1782210997 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781782210993 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (97 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Complete Machine Embroidery Manual by : Elizabeth Keegan
This title provides everything sewing machine users need to know, from the types and formats of embroidery design available, how to get them off the internet and into their machine, how to stabilise fabric, which threads and needles to use, and how to use these designs creatively for beautiful results.
Author |
: Christi Johnson |
Publisher |
: Storey Publishing, LLC |
Total Pages |
: 379 |
Release |
: 2021-06-22 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781635863352 |
ISBN-13 |
: 163586335X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (52 Downloads) |
Synopsis Mystical Stitches by : Christi Johnson
Explore personal transformation through the stitching of dreams and intentions. Anything but ordinary, Mystical Stitches combines the beloved and accessible craft of embroidery with a spiritual element, introducing a rich treasury of 200 magical symbols you can use to set an intention and create personal icons to wear or embellish items in the home. Christi Johnson offers unique patterns inspired by botanicals, animals, numbers, the cosmos, earth elements, zodiac signs, and mythical beasts, for novice or well-practiced crafters to combine into talismans with personal meaning. Johnson’s folk art style is vibrant and unintimidating and provides a framework for bringing spiritual elements into physical form. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.
Author |
: Christen Brown |
Publisher |
: C&T Publishing Inc |
Total Pages |
: 163 |
Release |
: 2021-09-25 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781644030103 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1644030101 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (03 Downloads) |
Synopsis Hand Embroidery Dictionary by : Christen Brown
The complete go-to guide for all things embroidery! Everything embroidery bundled into one helpful how-to guide! Expert embroiderer Christen Brown breaks down 500+ stitches from the basics for beginners to more complex designs for advanced stitchers. Stitches range from Lazy Daisy, French Knot, Herringbone, Capped, Chevron, and so much more. Create intricate art like Christen with projects such as psychedelic balloons, mushroom gardens, and flowered embroidered spirals. Bursting with color and beads, designs are perfect for contemporary embroidery art or crazy quilting. Start simple and learn how to choose tools and threads, achieve the perfect stitch, and then start designing your unique embroidery project. From basic stitches to complex combinations each of the 500+ designs comes with step-by-step instructions Mix it up and learn how to change the position of the stitch and use the distance between points Best-selling author Christen Brown provides expert guidance for all, including tips and instructions for left-handed embroiderers
Author |
: Jan Beaney |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 144 |
Release |
: 2005-02-18 |
ISBN-10 |
: 071348960X |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780713489606 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (0X Downloads) |
Synopsis Stitch Magic by : Jan Beaney
'Stitch Magic' is an animated celebration of the magic of hand stitching by two internationally renowned embroiderers. Using the wide range of fabrics, threads and materials now available, Jan Beaney and Jean Littlejohn give aspiring and knowledgeable embroiderers alike the inspiration to experiment with the basic hand stitches to create infinite stitch interpretations. Over 100 sumptuous photographs of stitched pieces introduce a breathtaking range of new work by the authors as well as stitching from different cultures and a selection of other contemporary work. These examples are accompanied by detailed captions explaining the working methods. Complete with stitch diagrams showing the different design applications of the stitches and a comprehensive glossary, this is a colourful sourcebook of ideas for embroiderers wanting to exploit the compelling texture of stitch.
Author |
: Country Bumpkin |
Publisher |
: SearchPress+ORM |
Total Pages |
: 150 |
Release |
: 2015-06-15 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781781263693 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1781263698 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (93 Downloads) |
Synopsis A–Z of Embroidery Stitches 2 by : Country Bumpkin
An amazing reference for needleworkers with projects, instructions, and photos: “A terrific stitch dictionary . . . excellent.” —Needle ’n’ Thread Master more stitches than you ever knew existed! Combined with the original A-Z of Embroidery Stitches, this newly redesigned classic completes a comprehensive dictionary of embroidery stitches and techniques. It offers embroiderers a perfect way to add variety and interest to every new stitching project. Ultra-clear visuals make it easy to learn new techniques—and historical insights and beautiful embroideries add to the inspiration. It’s the ultimate reference guide for needleworkers with enjoyable projects, detailed step-by-step instructions, and stunning photographs.