Needlework category: 1012 books

Cover of Encyclopedia of Needlework (With 800 original illustrations)
by Thérèse de Dillmont
Language: English
Release Date: January 15, 2013

Encyclopedia of Needlework by Therese De Dillmont "The absolute want of any comprehensive book on needlework—such an one as contains both verbal and pictorial descriptions of everything included under the name of needlework—has led me to put into the serviceable form of an Encyclopedia,...
Cover of Shay Pendray's Inventive Needlework

Shay Pendray's Inventive Needlework

Techniques & Inspiration for Gold Work, Painted Canvas, & Shading

by Shay Pendray
Language: English
Release Date: January 15, 2011

Create Heirloom-Quality Needlework Noted needlework author and designer Shay Pendray shares her secrets for unique, inventive stitchery. From years of study in Japan and around the world, Shay has learned stitching techniques that will help you create one-of-a-kind works of art. From...
Cover of Beeton's Book of Needlework: Illustrated Edition, 1870
by Isabella Mary Beeton
Language: English
Release Date: July 11, 2014

From the original of 1870. Beeton's Book of Needlework: Illustrated Edition / Isabella Mary Beeton. - 430 pages. - Includes descriptions of and instructions for tatting, embroidery, knitting, crochet, and point lace; which was a new technique at that time. The book also uses six hundred engravings....
Cover of Needlework of Mary Queen of Scots
by Margaret Swain
Language: English
Release Date: August 31, 2013

Although a large body of needlework has always been attributed to Mary Queen of Scots, little attempt was made to authenticate these pieces or to explain how so energetic and impetuous a woman could have found pleasure in the meticulous craft of embroidery. This is the first comprehensive study of...
Cover of The Complete Photo Guide to Needlework
by Linda Wyszynski
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2012

Here is the ultimate reference for all styles of artistic hand stitching! No matter what design style you favor, this book gives you the tools to express yourself with needle and thread. Detailed technique instructions with clear charts and photos teach hundreds of stitches for embellishing clothes,...
Cover of Needlework
by Rosemary Brinley
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2016

This early manual is a fascinating read for any needlework enthusiast or historian. Extensively illustrated with drawings and diagrams it forms a complete how-to guide to needlework. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly...
Cover of Samplers and Tapestry Embroideries, Second Edition
by Marcus Bourne Huish
Language: English
Release Date: May 31, 2013

This edition features • illustrations • a linked Table of Contents, Footnotes, and Index CONTENTS ENGLISH NEEDLEWORK.— Its Practice in Past Times.—Its place amongst the Minor Arts.—Mr Ruskin’s Views as to Needlework in a Museum.—Lack of a History.—Exhibition of Samplers.—Range...
Cover of Encyclopedia of Needlework (Illustrated + Active TOC)
by Thérèse de Dillmont
Language: English
Release Date: May 22, 2013

FEATURES:      •     Includes beautiful artworks and illustrations      •     Active Table of Contents for an easy navigation within the book      •     Manually coded...
Cover of Lillie London's Needlework Book

Lillie London's Needlework Book

88 Embroidery Projects and 12 Lessons in Embroidery Stitches

by Lillie London
Language: English
Release Date: October 15, 2014

Achieve an authentic vintage look by taking lessons with Lillie London, the 1930s embroidery expert. Practice your new skills with 88 projects. Create beautiful tablecloths, tea cosies, guest towels and cushions. Make lovely embroidered pyjamas and underwear in pre-war styles. Craft accessories like...
Cover of Needlework For Beginners
by Lance Fender
Language: English
Release Date: May 10, 2013

This book covers several topics including: - Sewing - Cutting out - Decorative needlework - Repairing - Knitting and so much more! Scroll up... and click on "Buy Now" to deliver almost instantly to your Kobo or other reading device.
Cover of Mrs Beeton's Guide to Embroidery, Crochet & Knitting
by Isabella Beeton
Language: English
Release Date: March 15, 2015

Born in 1836, Isabella Beeton (known universally as Mrs Beeton) is recognised today as the foremost Victorian authority on cookery and homemaking. Though her most famous volume is undoubtedly Mrs Beeton’s Book of Household Management, she was also highly accomplished in all aspects of needlework....
Cover of How to Teach Yourself Cutwork Embroidery
by Dueep Jyot Singh
Language: English
Release Date: April 7, 2017

Table of ContentsIntroductionEmbroidered CollarTable Mat designMore Center Piece and Border DesignsCutting Away the Extra FabricOther TipsPractice Fruit DesignsSome Floral DesignsDoily DesignVersion 2Version 3Practice Flowers and Buttonhole StitchConclusionAuthor BioPublisherIntroductionCutwork...
Cover of How to Teach Yourself Cross Stitch With DIY Projects from Beginner to Expert
by Dueep Jyot Singh
Language: English
Release Date: March 16, 2017

Table of ContentsIntroductionThreads TipHow to Fit the Cloth in Your HoopChoosing Your ProjectCashmere StitchTent StitchContinental stitchBasket weave StitchHalf Cross StitchMaking Your ChartsDIY Elephant ProjectButterflyQuilt Design PillowBlocking your canvasLily ProjectParrot ProjectMaking...
Cover of A Journey With Sibbel

A Journey With Sibbel

An 18th Century Orphan's Study of Needlework

by Susan Greening Davis, Sally Criswell
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2015

Authors Susan Greening Davis and Sally Criswell found Sibbel's sampler in Belgium, fell in love with it and brought it to America. Through their research, they have opened a window for us to see what life for Sibbel was like growing up in the 1700s, learning needlework techniques and coming to love stitching.Within...
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