Embroidery: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide To Stitches And Techniques (Design Originals) More Than 70 Stitches; Instructions For Hand & Machine Methods, Plus Regional Traditions

Embroidery: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide to Stitches and Techniques (Design Originals) More than 70 Stitches; Instructions for Hand & Machine Methods, Plus Regional Traditions

Perfect for beginners and for those looking for an embroidery refresher course!

• Illustrated stitch directory with more than 70 types, arranged in families for ease of reference
• Step-by-step exercises, projects, and instructions for transferring designs
• Advice on equipment & materials, including matching and preparing threads and fabrics
• Regional styles of embroidery from around the world

Embroidery: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide to Stitches and Techniques offers a handy guide to embroidery by both hand and machine, with practical advice on equipment, materials, methods, and techniques.

You'll receive step-by-step instruction for preparing and matching threads and fabrics, working with hoops and frames, and transferring designs.

An illustrated stitch directory shows how to complete more than 70 types of stitches, arranged by families for ease of reference. Simple practice projects are provided for making a bag keeper and a peacock cushion cover.

Aimed at beginners as well as those wishing to refresh their skills, Embroidery is a step-by-step guide to every aspect of this rewarding craft!