| Description |
144 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Summary |
Hand Sewing Magic is a modern, all-in-one guide for hand stitchers of all levels of skill and experience, and for all applications. In this unique guide book you will: *Get an in-depth overview of essential tools and materials, including thread, needles, fabric, and other key supplies. *Explore a comprehensive visual dictionary of 35 stitches plus dozens of variations, from basic mending to stylish decorative embellishment to unique art stitching. *Discover key techniques, from starting and ending threads to the right way to use an embroidery hoop, from stitching curved shapes to color shading, and more. *Learn essential tips and tricks from influential and innovative stitchers, including Joanne Sharpe, Allison Aller, and Catherine Redford. *10 simple and stunning projects show unique ways to use stitches and techniques. With Hand Sewing Magic, you'll make the most of your hand stitching and give all your projects a beautiful handmade look. |
| Contents |
The hand stitcher's toolkit -- Utilitarian stitches -- Outline and filler stitches -- Decorative stitches -- Dimensional stitches -- Templates and stitch guides. |
| Subject |
Sewing -- Technique.
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Needlework.
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Stitches (Sewing)
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Cross-stitch.
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Stitches (Sewing) (OCoLC)fst01133492
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Cross-stitch. (OCoLC)fst00884177
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Needlework. (OCoLC)fst01035433
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Sewing -- Technique. (OCoLC)fst01114142
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| ISBN |
9781589239685 (trade pbk.) |
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1589239687 (trade pbk.) |
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