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Treasury of Flower Designs for Artists, Embroiderers and Craftsmen (Dover Pictorial Archive Series)
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The Embroiderers Handbook
This encyclopedia of embroidery stitches using stranded threads is a comprehensive reference for every embroiderer The numerous step-by-step photographs and clear instructions show every stage of working a stitch and make even the most complicated techniques easy to follow. Alongside the stitches are practical hints on using different threads and fabrics, tried and tested tips for the beginner and gorgeous projects using and combining the stitches described in the book. Common problems are solved and suggestions given on choosing and storing equipment, starting and finishing and the use of hoops and frames. More experienced embroiderers will find inspiration and ideas for further experimentation and suggestions for using embroidery on clothing, accessories and in the home..
Price: $15.51
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Creating Sketchbooks for Embroiderers and Textile Artists
Sketchbooks are invaluable companions for artists and an essential part of today’s textile courses, and now, at last, there’s a book that shows embroiderers and textile students how to make the most of their sketchbook practice. Through fascinating glimpses into the sketchbooks of leading textile artists, this beautifully illustrated, first-of-its-kind guide shows—from first sketches to finished pieces—how to use a sketchbook to develop ideas, record personal observations, experiment with materials, and create sketchbooks that are works of art in themselves. Sketching in museums, coloring pages, mark-making, drawing and collage, 3-D work, e-sketchbooks, and more are covered. A must-have for students, embroiderers, and textile artists of all abilities. .
Price: $14.50
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Designs and Patterns for Embroiderers and Craftspeople
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In Praise of the Needlewoman: Embroiderers, Knitters, Lacemakers and Weavers in Art
This charming and rewarding collection of beautiful paintings celebrates the centuries-old iconography of women engaged in needlework, an activity that has always united women from all countries and in all stations of life, whether taken up for practical or artistic purposes. Artists as long ago as the Middle Ages sought to capture the needle-worker's quiet concentration and domestic milieu, to convey the social and cultural connotations of this largely female domain, and its symbolic resonance. Many of the loveliest of these paintings are depicted, including works by Vermeer, Chardin, Velasquez and DalÃ, by the Pre-Raphaelite school and by the Impressionists, in particular the works of such women artists as Mary Cassatt and Berthe Morisot..
Price: $19.94
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Helen M. Stevens' Embroiderer's Year: Exquisite Embroideries Celebrating the Ever-Changing Seasons
In this inspiration-packed book, Helen M. Stevens brings stitchers exquisite designs for every month of the year. These gorgeous projects celebrate all the important traditions, holidays and mile markers. The book features: *More than 80 designs for every time of year, including Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving and the Fourth of July *Projects that capture the beauty of the natural world through the changing seasons *Design themes ranging from summer sports and winter weather to ribbons and bows *Easy-to-follow instructions for every technique and stitch--complete with detailed diagrams With techniques and fabrics that range from traditional to modern, there's something here for every stitcher!.
Price: $7.86
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Embroiderers' Pattern Book (Embroidery)
This book is perfect for all those embroiderers seeking ideas and inspiration for their work. It covers many different styles and is packed with original designs which can be used and adapted to create a whole range of finished pieces. As an endless resource it offers traditional and contemporary ideas which can be stitched and embellished with fabric paints, dyes, metallic threads, beads, appliqué and much more. Here you will find flowers, trees, foliage, birds, animals, figures, hearts and a host of inspirational ideas. .
Price: $8.14
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Helen M Stevens Embroiderer's Countryside
This new edition of Helen M. StevensÂ’ first and most successful embroidery book provides readers with the opportunity to recreate four original embroidery pieces for themselves. Helen depicts the natural beauty of the countryside using pure silk embroidery threads to capture spring hedgerows, the woodland floor, riverbanks and summer meadows with breath-taking realism. Each delightful scene is accompanied by a full discussion of stitching techniques plus stunning photographs, making this book the perfect guide for nature-loving embroiderers..
Price: $16.49
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