Embroidery And Tapestry Weaving: A Practical Textbook Of Design And Workmanship (1906)

By Grace Christie

Book Overview

Embroidery and Tapestry Weaving: A Practical Textbook of Design and Workmanship is a comprehensive guide to the art of embroidery and tapestry weaving, written by Grace Christie and originally published in 1906. The book is intended to be a practical guide for both beginners and experienced practitioners, covering a wide range of topics related to the craft.The book begins with an introduction to the history of embroidery and tapestry weaving, including a discussion of the different styles and techniques that have been used throughout history. It then moves on to cover the materials and tools needed for embroidery and tapestry weaving, including a detailed description of the different types of threads, needles, and looms that are used.The book also includes a section on design, with tips and techniques for creating your own designs and patterns. This section covers everything from the basics of color theory to more advanced techniques like shading and perspective.The bulk of the book is devoted to the practical aspects of embroidery and tapestry weaving, with detailed instructions and step-by-step illustrations for a wide range of techniques. These include basic stitches like the running stitch and the satin stitch, as well as more advanced techniques like goldwork and stumpwork.Throughout the book, Christie emphasizes the importance of good workmanship and attention to detail, offering tips and advice for achieving the best possible results. The book also includes a number of projects for readers to try, ranging from simple samplers to more complex tapestries and embroidered garments.Overall, Embroidery and Tapestry Weaving: A Practical Textbook of Design and Workmanship is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art of embroidery and tapestry weaving, offering a wealth of information and practical advice for both beginners and experienced practitioners alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166055051
• ISBN13: 9781166055059
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"