The Modern Embroidery Studio

Author: Lauren Holton
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1632507013
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 178

Book Description
Carve out time for you with The Modern Embroidery Studio. If you love all things handmade and you're looking to quench your creative thirst, this is the book for you. Now more than ever, we need to slow down, unplug, and make something with our hands. Embroidery requires patience and attention to detail, but this tactile experience gives back in a much larger way: it centers our minds, helps us feel recharged in our fast paced lives, and provides us with fabulous pieces of art to wear, share, or hang. Although hand embroidery has been around for millennia, The Modern Embroidery Studio will help you dive into the craft in a fresh, modern way. In the early chapters, all the basics are covered, from picking the best tools and supplies to mastering a handy library of stitches. Next, you'll find the step-by-step projects, each bursting with color and arranged by theme. Browse eye-catching patterns to find your favorite and follow the simple directions, accompanied by author Lauren's instructional tips and tricks for embroidery success. Finally, learn how to apply and customize the designs to make them truly your own. If you're a novice stitcher, you'll be able to learn and progress as you go; if you already have some embroidery experience, The Modern Embroidery Studio has plenty to keep you engaged. Regardless of your skill level, let embroidery bring an extra dose of happiness to your day.

Rebecca Ringquist's Embroidery Workshops

Author: Rebecca Ringquist
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1613129793
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 414

Book Description
For the embroiderer who appreciates the value of beautiful stitches but also likes to break a few rules along the way, Rebecca Ringquist’s Embroidery Workshops is a refreshing new resource for both standard and out-of-the-box techniques. Based on the popular classes Ringquist leads across the country, Rebecca Ringquist’s Embroidery Workshops teaches everything from the “proper” way to form a French knot and transfer a design to a canvas to new ways to stitch three-dimensionally, work with nontraditional threads and fabrics, draw with thread freeform, and mix and match machine- and hand-stitching. Also featured are instructions for 20 innovative projects, including a cloth sampler designed especially for the book (and packaged in an envelope at the back), table linens, wall art, and clothing embellishments. Includes color photographs by Johnny Miller

Mindful Embroidery

Author: Charles Henry
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
ISBN: 1645670538
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 286

Book Description
Embroider Your Stress Away Escape the chaos of everyday life by embroidering yourself a romantic and tranquil getaway. Allow Charles Henry and Elin Petronella to whisk you away to the calming villas of the French countryside. Discover the hidden gems of Paris, stroll down the colorful tiled streets of Lisbon or float along the canals of Venice. Let go of your worries stitch by stitch through these 20 delightful European scenescapes inspired by Charles and Elin’s favorite places throughout Europe. Beginners can confidently complete any design in this book using five common and simple embroidery stitches. As leaders in the modern hand embroidery movement, Charles and Elin invite you to let go of perfectionism and instead slow down, unwind and enjoy the meditative process of creating something gorgeous one stitch, and breath, at a time. For a printable download of the pattern design templates, please email Charles at [email protected].

Boho Embroidery

Author: Nichole Vogelsinger
Publisher: Lucky Spool
ISBN: 9781940655208
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Let's talk about tools -- Let's talk about my favorite stitches -- Let's talk about fabric -- Let's talk about stitching outside the hoop -- Let's talk about inspiration to stitch -- Let's talk about thrifting for old treasures -- Let's talk about stitching what you see.

Pet Portrait Embroidery

Author: Michelle Staub
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1644030152
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 147

Book Description
Learn the art of thread painting from Instagram sensation Michelle Staub Cats and dogs seem to always have a paw planted firmly in our hearts. Capture the life in their eyes and the texture of their fur with a unique embroidered pet portrait! Insta-famous artist Michelle Staub puts a modern spin on thread painting with her easy-to-learn approach. Get started with 4 basic embroidery stitches, and follow the detailed tutorials to hone your skills. Capture awe-inspiring details of your pet with lessons in full-color thread painting or go clean with a simple line drawing—the choice is yours. Learn to personalize your art piece with names, dates, and decorative accents. With 20 sample patterns to customize, you can easily recreate any breed! Paint stunningly realistic pet portraits with just a needle and thread Try your hand at two styles—minimal outlines and incredible full-color renderings Make it modern with floral garlands, personalized banners, and crisp lettering Start today with 4 easy stitches and 20 customizable projects

Creative Stitches for Contemporary Embroidery

Author: Sharon Boggon
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1617458783
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 195

Book Description
Find endless inspiration with this photo guide to embroidery stitches. Discover the 120 hand-embroidery stitches that every embroiderer should have in their stitching arsenal, with clear, step-by-step photos you can come back to time and again! Contemporary needlework teacher Sharon Boggon’s forward-thinking ideas will help you view hand embroidery through a vibrant new lens. Beginners and seasoned embroiderers will gain the confidence to create new patterns by playing with the stitches—manipulating the height and width, making asymmetrical loops, stacking up designs, or filling multiple rows with the same stitch. With so many creative variations and the author’s gorgeous samplers, you’ll be inspired to incorporate new techniques in your own crazy quilts and modern projects. Essential guide to surface embroidery! 120 contemporary stitches, including left-hand stitches, with step-by-step photos See how tiny tweaks to each stitch can take your needlework to unexpected places Play up the possibilities with modern fill patterns, asymmetry, luscious texture, and crazy quilting

Modern Folk Embroidery

Author: Nancy Nicholson
Publisher: David & Charles
ISBN: 1446374661
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 276

Book Description
“Her unique color combinations, stitching style and use of felt present a fun and fresh take on the age-old decorative stitching method” (Bolt Fabric Boutique). Folk art is influencing everything from fashion to interiors and now you can incorporate this trend into your home in a contemporary way with this collection of stunning modern folk art inspired embroidery designs by leading designer, Nancy Nicholson. This collection includes 30 embroidery designs with project ideas to show you how to use the designs to create beautiful and practical home decor items and accessories. The techniques for the stitches and project instructions are shown using Nancy’s stitch diagrams so extremely easy to follow whether you are an experienced stitcher or a newbie. The projects are divided between felt and fabric sections and include: pin cushion, lampshade, tote bag, cushion, table runner, coaster and pinafore. Nancy’s distinctive folk art style perfectly captures this trend and will appeal to stitchers of all ages and abilities. “I was blown away by the beautiful photography, the lovely, easy-to-follow projects dripping with inspiration, and the conversational tone of the writing . . . The instructions to make up the projects are clear and easy to follow.” —Kate & Rose

Modern Kogin

Author: Boutique-Sha
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781940552453
Category : CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"Discover the art of kogin, a style of traditional Japanese sashiko embroidery with modern appeal. With dozens of beautiful and simple geometric patterns, kogin embroidery offers fresh inspiration and authentic technique to proponent of the decorative mending movement. You'll find an assortment of pretty brooches, barrettes and hair ties, pouches and coin purses, framed samplers, pin cushions, and ornaments, plus potholders, coasters, and placemats for the home."--Page 4 of cover

Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Techniques

Author: Sally Saunders
Publisher: B. T. Batsford Limited
ISBN: 9780713484014
Category : Embroidery
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
An introduction to the most popular hand embroidery techniques. Provides information on setting up pieces of embroidery, such as selecting the design, fabric and threads. Features 16 projects with step-by-step instructions which provide a range of designs from contemporary to historical. Each project is illustrated.

Mosaic Crochet Workshop

Author: Esme Crick
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1446380009
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 263

Book Description
Create sensational crochet throws and accessories with this indispensable guide to mosaic crochet. Mosaic crochet is a cutting-edge technique that allows you to work two-colour patterns without having to change yarns in one row. You simply skip stitches in one row and connect them by filling in with the alternate colour two rows later. This produces incredible modern geometric patterns that look amazing as throws, blankets, afghans, pillows, rugs, bags and other accessories – using a much easier method than other crochet colourwork techniques. One crochet hook and two balls of yarn are all you need to get started. While it might look complex, mosaic crochet is actually incredibly straightforward once you learn the basic techniques. If you can work a chain, a double crochet (US single crochet) and a treble crochet (US double crochet), then you can mosaic crochet (...and if you can't, don't worry, all the stitches you need are covered in the book). And what's even better is that there are minimal ends to sew in because it works on a two-row method with the yarn carried up the side of the work. In the only book on the subject, crochet designer Esme Crick of Red Sparrow Crochet, shows you how to make 12 bold, statement throws and then how to use the same pattern to create a further 12 spin-off designs for smaller projects, showing how using different yarn colours with the same pattern can create completely different results. In Mosaic Crochet Workshop, Esme shares her skills, passion and gentle humour with you, so that you too can create beautiful throws and stylish homewares whatever your crochet level. And it's not just about slavishly following a pattern, but about building your confidence to make these designs your own, exploring the possibilities of colour and being inspired to start your own design adventures along the way. With full step-by-step guidance on the mosaic stitch, charts for all the mosaic crochet patterns, and 24 projects to make with full written patterns, this stylish modern crochet book will change the way you approach crochet colourwork forever and give you a wealth of beautiful throws and accessories for your home.