The Proper Stitch

The Proper Stitch
Author: Darlene O'Steen
Publisher: Annie's
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2015-05
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781573677448

An instructional technique book and CD combination that helps stitchers perfect their skills Presenting projects and stitch illustrations, this book/CD package teaches and improves stitching skills to intermediate and experienced craftspeople.

The Proper Stitch

The Proper Stitch
Author: Darlene Garner O'Steen
Publisher:
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2006
Genre: Counted thread embroidery
ISBN: 9780978548964

Judith Baker Montano's Essential Stitch Guide

Judith Baker Montano's Essential Stitch Guide
Author: Judith Baker Montano
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2016-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1617450782

From best-selling author Judith Baker Montano Globally recognized needlework expert Judith Baker Montano shares 180 stitches and 70 combinations in this must-have stitch guide featuring the best from Elegant Stitches and Floral Stitches. With even more traditional embroidery stitches, silk ribbon stitches, and crazy quilting combinations, this beautiful handbook has an updated section of free-form inspiration for improvisational work. With full-color illustrations and advice for left-handed stitchers, the essential reference goes far beyond the basics! • Full-color illustrations of 180+ stitches including embroidery, silk ribbon stitches, crazy quilt combinations, and advice for left-handed stitchers • From best-selling author and globally recognized needlework expert Judith Baker Montano • Hidden wire-o binding makes for easy reference use

Ribbonwork Embroidery

Ribbonwork Embroidery
Author: Sophie Long
Publisher: The Crowood Press
Total Pages: 534
Release: 2017-03-31
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1785002538

Ribbon embroidery is a simple, beautiful and versatile technique that dates back to the seventeenth century. This book brings it up to date with fresh instruction on floral classics, as well as stunning contemporary designs. With over 400 colour step-by-step photographs to guide the reader through each stitch, Ribbonwork Embroidery demonstrates the speed and simplicity of ribbonwork, and explains how it can be combined with other techniques to add detail and depth to a piece of embroidery. Step-by-step photographs guide the reader through each stitch, and detailed instructions explain how ribbonwork can be combined with a range of other techniques. Help and advice is provided throughout on working with silk ribbons and projects demonstrate how to use the stitches in designs. There are ideas for creating using pieces and advice on displaying embroidery. Beautifully illustrated with 436 colour step-by-step photographs.

That Perfect Stitch

That Perfect Stitch
Author: Roxanne McElroy
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1998
Genre: Quilting
ISBN: 9780844226521

Explores in detail the most important aspect of quilt making. The quilting stitch. Makes recommendations on choosing fabrics, batting, thread, needles, frames, thimbles and more. Colour photos.

A Stitch in Time

A Stitch in Time
Author: Ann Rinaldi
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 322
Release: 1994
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780590460569

Hannah is the strong one. The one who cares for her brothers and sisters; the one who's kept the family together. But now, everything is changing. Her father is more distant, and her siblings are starting lives of their own. That's when Hannah decides to make a quilt. A quilt of fabrics from people who are special to the family; people they trust. And when the sisters are separated, Hannah makes sure they each have a piece of the quilt. The quilt she hopes will bring her family together again.

Boro & Sashiko, Harmonious Imperfection

Boro & Sashiko, Harmonious Imperfection
Author: Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 179
Release: 2020-12-25
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1617459208

Fall in love with boro & sashiko stitching 30+ authentic stitch patterns, 9 projects. Combine hand stitches to create dramatic, unique designs and learn to embrace imperfection, admiring the utilitarian beauty of every stitch. “Shibaguyz” Shannon and Jason Mullett-Bowlsby invite you to try your hand at boro, the traditional Japanese art of mending and quilting, and more than 30 authentic sashiko designs. Stitching lessons are true to tradition, inspired by historical works by Japanese masters. This guide in sashiko and boro includes patterns, stitch how-tos, and needle-threading and knotting tips. Put your handwork to good use with 9 contemporary projects like a sashiko sampler wallhanging, reversible knot bag, or a kimono-inspired jacket! With step-by-step instructions, even beginners can embrace the art of visible mending. Hand sew 30+ authentic sashiko patterns with best-selling authors the Shibaguyz Recreate the traditional art of boro (mending textiles) with 9 useful projects from jackets and bags to home decor Read stitch charts, mark fabrics, and thread your needle with tips from the pros