Stunning Stitches for Crazy Quilts

Author: Kathy Seaman Shaw
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1617457744
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 131

Book Description
Find endless inspiration for stitching your crazy quilts in this treasure trove of seam designs and templates by the creator of Shawkl Designs. You don't have to be a master embroiderer to create beautiful crazy-quilt seams! With 480 seam designs to inspire your creativity, Stunning Stitches for Crazy Quilts will also teach you the simple techniques that give your stitches a professional appearance. Line everything up perfectly with full-size stitch templates and dozens of step-by-step illustrations. Then dress up embroidered seams with sparkly beads, buttons, sequins, and silk ribbon embellishments for endless creative combinations! This eBook edition includes links to printable full-size templates.

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

Stunning Stitches

Author: Jen Lucas
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604688246
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 248

Book Description
Best-selling designer Jen Lucas puts her special spin on a unique collection of knitwear. Discover seven eye-catching stitch patterns, each used to create three distinctive accessories, such as a sensational scarf, a cozy cowl, and a spectacular shawl. You'll be amazed by how the stitch patterns add that special something to each project--knit all 21 designs Close-up photos of all seven stitch patterns are included This all-new collection includes projects for a range of skill levels

The Embroidery Book

Author: Christen Brown
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1617452254
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
“A spectacular encyclopedia of embroidery, sharing valuable techniques passed down through the generations . . . you’ll wonder how you ever worked without it.” —Sew Magazine Enjoy the tranquility of slow stitching with this step-by-step, visual guide to 149 embroidery stitches, motifs, and extras. Go beyond basic color theory–robust color charts take the guesswork out of choosing thread, silk ribbon, buttons, beads, and trims. Then take your embroidery to the next level with luxurious seam treatments and stunning stand-alone designs. Bestselling author Christen Brown’s traditional and contemporary techniques are showcased in a colorful gallery of crazy-quilted projects. “An overview of embroidery stitches and techniques as well as inspiration for embroidery projects . . . She dissects several of her pieces, summarizing the color palette, decorative elements, and stitches used.” —Library Journal

More Stunning Stitches for Crazy Quilts

Author: Kathy Seaman Shaw
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1644033259
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 147

Book Description
Crazy quilt seams for the adventurous embroiderer Follow the crazy quilt road with Kathy Seaman Shaw! You loved Stunning Stitches for Crazy Quilts, and we now bring you 350 more techniques perfect for use in crazy quilting projects. Kathy guides you through templates to get fantastic seams every time. Discover more seams in this collection, with taller and wider options to fill complex areas of your quilt. You will find instructions on creating embroidery stitches, including the stitches from her first collection. 350 creative and intricate seam designs from popular instructor Kathy Seaman Shaw Trace templates to make perfectly spaced seams and embroidered perfection Each seam is shown stitched out and includes a legend noting the stitches used for each seam

A–Z of Embroidery Stitches 2

Author: Country Bumpkin
Publisher: SearchPress+ORM
ISBN: 1781263698
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 150

Book Description
An amazing reference for needleworkers with projects, instructions, and photos: “A terrific stitch dictionary . . . excellent.” —Needle ’n’ Thread Master more stitches than you ever knew existed! Combined with the original A-Z of Embroidery Stitches, this newly redesigned classic completes a comprehensive dictionary of embroidery stitches and techniques. It offers embroiderers a perfect way to add variety and interest to every new stitching project. Ultra-clear visuals make it easy to learn new techniques—and historical insights and beautiful embroideries add to the inspiration. It’s the ultimate reference guide for needleworkers with enjoyable projects, detailed step-by-step instructions, and stunning photographs.

The Visual Guide to Crazy Quilting Design

Author: Sharon Boggon
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1617453625
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 148

Book Description
See it, stitch it! Thirty-five contemporary crazy-quilting stitches, photographed step by step. Rooted in the Victorian era, crazy quilting has a powerful allure for today's quilters, who use it to let loose and tell a unique story with fabric. Embrace crazy quilting with thirty-five must-know stitches and endless variations, shown in clear, step-by-step photographs for both right- and left-handed stitchers. Fine artist Sharon Boggon reveals design fundamentals to guide you in your process, so you can sew thoughtful, visually appealing blocks. Learn the theory and process behind this fascinating art: how to choose fabrics, piece stitch-and-flip blocks, and embellish seams with embroidery, beads, buttons, and charms. • Learn crazy-quilting techniques with colorful photos that show every detail • Combine fabric, embellishments, and thirty-five stitches, plus endless variations, into stunning crazy quilts as unique as you • Unpack savvy design principals to make order of the chaos and guide the viewer's eye around the block

Stunning Scenery in Cross Stitch

Author: Maria Diaz
Publisher:
ISBN: 9786059192125
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Stunning Scenery in Cross Stitch is a collection of landscapes from around the globe in cross-stitch. It is not always easy to convey in cross-stitch our world's natural beauty, but this book brings you some of our planet's most stunning scenery. Easy-to-follow color charts and a color pattern key for each project make this book a useful addition to every design library.

The Big Book of Crazy Quilt Stitches

Author: Patricia Eaton
Publisher: Leisure Arts
ISBN: 1609001702
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 22

Book Description
Embellish the seams and patches of crazy quilt projects with over 75 embroidery stitches and floral motifs. You'll use this handy reference book again and again to dress up wall hangings, pillows, sachets, clothing, and other nostalgic creations. The Big Book Of Crazy Quilt Stitches (Leisure Arts #1872)

Elegant Stitches

Author: Judith Baker Montano
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1607053594
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 184

Book Description
The renowned fiber artist shares a wealth of inspiration in this illustrated reference guide with 100s of stitches for needleworkers of all skill levels. Judith Baker Montano’s Elegant Stitches features all the step-by-step instructions and illustrations you’ll need to create your own embroidered masterpieces. This volume includes 117 embroidery stitches and more than 130 crazy quilt combination stitches to start your stitching adventure. Judith also offers in-depth instruction on silk ribbon stitches, free-form stitches, composite stitches, and even left-handed stitches.