Contemporary Whitework

by Tracy A. Franklin and Nicola Jarvis

Book Overview

This celebration of centuries-old hand embroidery technique puts accurate duplication of the stitches and patterns within reach of any willing embroiderer. It includes drawn thread work, Richelieu cutwork, pulled work, and shadow work, as well as Broderie Anglaise, and Mountmellick techniques--all with detailed diagrams, color photographs, and simple directions. There's a tool and equipment list, material buying suggestions, a history of each stitch,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0713490667
• ISBN13: 9780713490664
• Release Date: March 2008
• Publisher: Batsford
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.7" x 10.6"

Customer Reviews

Inspiration

This book is more inspirational than it is instructional. It is a beautiful book.