Beginner's Guide to Embroidered Boxes

by Janet Edmonds

The author's exquisite boxes are constructed simply by machine stitching layers of fabric together. She then layers, blends and enriches the surfaces using lustrous threads, goldwork, random stitching, complementary fabrics, metals, wire, beads and stamped images. Hand made cords, braids and tassels complete the designs, which glow with the richness of their decoration. This lavishly illustrated book is packed with detailed information on all the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0855329297
• ISBN13: 9780855329297
• Release Date: September 2002
• Publisher: Search Press
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.4" x 9.7"

Customer Reviews

Clear instructions & Inspirational

I found the instructions (written & photos) clear and easy to follow. You can either copy the boxes in the book, or let your imagination go and create your own. A great way to used fabric/ribbon scraps etc.

creative ideas galore

Book is beautiful and filled with ideas applicable to more than just boxes. It is a source of inspiration for textile work.

A beginner's thoughts

There are many reasons for enjoying this book and for rating it so high. The instructions are easy to follow with wonderful illistrations and pictures with several patterns. It is well written with instructions on how to do each one.The author also gives you a brief but interesting history on theses boxes and her interpretation of them. In my opinion even if you never made one of these boxes the book is a work of art.

Beginners Guide to Embroidered Boxes

This is a great book for those wanting to expand their horizons. Very clear instructions that anyone who has basic sewing skills can follow to make 3 different projects as well as lots of variations.