From projects like Wicker Man to Black Rabbit to Blood Moon Weeping Willow, Lindsay's signature style lends a touch of macabre to cross-stitch projects that you'll be eager to hang on a wall or give as a gift. The dark, witchy aesthetic is becoming more and more trendy in fashion and art, and cross-stitch is the perfect medium to try it out. Easier and more accessible than embroidery, cross-stitch is growing in popularity and is an easy craft to pick up and dive into. With moody subjects like nocturnal creatures, thistles, ghostberries and graveyards, these incredible designs will turn you into a cross-stitch master in no time! This captivating collection is full of easy-to-follow patterns and all of Lindsay's best tips and techniques for creating bewitching cross-stitch projects. So whether you're a lifelong Halloween enthusiast or a fan of gothic art, adding a little subversive charm to your cross-stitch repertoire couldn't be easier or more fun.

The Book of Cross Stitch is an essential guide for stitchers of all abilities, from an absolute beginner just learning a new craft through to the more experienced stitcher looking to expand their knowledge. It covers all aspects of the craft from a brief history through materials and tools available and techniques used to creating your own chart all straightforwardly explained. Also provided in the book are a selection of projects for various abilities, that grow in complexity as they cover the various techniques outlined in the book, so your craft and skills can grow as you progress through the projects, making it an informative and inspirational book for all stitchers to enjoy. The Book of Cross Stitch is an essential guide for stitchers of all abilities, from an absolute beginner just learning a new craft through to the more experienced stitcher looking to expand their knowledge. AUTHOR: Durene Jones is a cross stitch designer whose designs have been published in many popular cross stitch magazines. She is the author of Cross Stitch: Floral Summer Days. She lives in Durham, England.

Learn how to create beautiful and understated decorative stitching motifs. The designs feature surface and dimensional stitches and bead embroidery; with motifs inspired by nature ranging from roses, sunflowers, asters and daisies to little bumblebees, ladybugs and dragonflies. All 20 projects include step-by-step instructions and actual size templates. Learn how to make brooches, small bags and purses, cushion covers, picture frames and more. The variety of motif combinations will keep you stitching all year round.

- FOR ANY SKILL LEVEL: With basic cross-stitching instructions and 4 easy patterns, this kit is perfect for beginners and advanced stitchers alike - INCLUDES ALL MATERIALS: Kit includes 3 pieces of 4" x 4" cotton Aida cloth, a 3-inch embroidery hoop, 2 tapestry needles, and 4 skeins of embroidery thread - BOOK INCLUDED: 32-page, fully illustrated mini book with simple cross-stitching instructions and 4 easy patterns - DISPLAY OR GIFT YOUR MASTERPIECE: Tiny embroidery hoop can serve as a frame for your finished work! - OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic cross-stitching kit (c) 2022 Disney

Originally published in the 1900s, this book contains extensive detailed information on the many aspects of stitchery and needlecraft. Alongside these detailed answers to many needlecraft questions you will find intricate diagrams and photographic plates. 'Sewing is not just a question of a needle and cotton, but of which needle and what kind of cotton, and how to employ them when you have chosen rightly'. Contents Include: Plain Sewing - Fastenings - Plain-Sewing Trimmings - Your Sewing Machine - Hand Embroidery - How To Work Your Gift Transfers - Home Dressmaking - Mending - Crochet - Raffia Work - Stencilling - Barbola - Simple Ways of Weaving - Gesso-Work - Various Ways of Making and Decorating Lamp-Shades - Poker Work - Artistic Leather Work - An Introduction to Basketry - Basketry - Painting on Glass and China, Etc - Sea-Grass Work

Handwerk is deesdae baie gewild en om jou eie stempel op jou dekor af te druk, gee jou 'n huis met sy eie persoonlikheid! Kruisiesteekwerk is glad nie moeilik nie en enigeen kan dit bemeester deur net 'n paar basiese beginsels te volg. Hierdie boek gee 'n duidelike uiteensetting van die basiese beginsels sowel as alles wat jy mag nodig kry om dit maklik en genotvol te maak. Die boek behandel alles van die versiering van knope, kussings, badsakkies, drasakkies en harte tot die meer tradisionele merklappe wat geraam kan word. Daar is klein projekte vir die beginner asook groter projekte vir die wat hou van 'n uitdaging en meer tyd op hande het.

Following the success of her Doodle Stitching Transfer Pack, Aimee Ray offers a new selection of delightful woodland-themed transfers. Embroiderers will enjoy hours of stitching fun with this charming transfer pack from popular author Aimee Ray. Featuring more than 50 designs adapted from her whimsical coloring book, Woodland Creatures, these enchanting nature-based patterns rangefrom complex mandalas to simple critters, like frogs, turtles, deer, and owls. These designs are printed on reusable transfer paper--just tear out the pages, iron the pattern onto your fabric, and start stitching. Plus, there's a handy pocket in the back of the book to store your cutout transfers. Give the finished projects as gifts, turn them into wall hangings, or incorporate them in larger embroidered items. For those new to the craft, Ray provides a complete introduction to embroidery as well as a fully illustrated stitch library.

In the 19th century, the craft of embroidery became a pastime for ladies of leisure. This beautiful new book explores the shift from industry to hobby and how embroidery was crafted and displayed in the home. Each chapter is packed with a close look at the techniques that were used, detaileddrawings and unique photographs of original 19th century embroidered pieces. Interweaved into the book are snippets of social history, historical facts and quotes from ladies and gentlemen of the period. This delightful book is a must for any student studying embroidery, fashion and textiles, craft persons interested in historical embroidery techniques, collectors of textiles, plus any needlework enthusiast wanting to extend their knowledge.

Originally published in 1906 as part of the Artistic Crafts Series of Technical Handbooks. Contains many period photographs and illustrations.Contents Include: Embroidery Tools, Appliances and Materials Pattern Designing Stitches Canvas work and Stitches Methods of Work Embroidery with Gold and Silver Threads Lettering, Heraldry and Emblems The Garniture of Work Practical Directions Tapestry Weaving Necessary appliances and Materials Preparations for Work The Technique of Weaving Notes on the Collotype Plates The Collotype Plates Keywords: Embroidery Tools Technical Handbooks Stitches Tapestry Weaving Canvas Work Artistic Crafts Appliances Period Photographs Silver Threads Gold And Silver Heraldry Emblems Lettering Illustrations

Jayne Netley Mayhew has created an exquisite new collection of floral designs in cross stitch, taken from her own original paintings. Jayne's new series of cross stitch pictures is a superb blend of detailed individual flower studies and stunning groupings that hold appeal for everyone. Projects range in size and complexity, from a delicate border of violets added to a pillowcase and a traditional Victorian-style bouquet made into a footstool cover, to a simple vase of cottage flowers framed as a picture and a waistcoat embroidered with twining clematis. All the project making-up instructions are included in easy-to-follow steps, and a user-friendly stitch library and techniques section ensure a finished result as perfectly beautiful as the flowers themselves.

Originally published in the 1900s, this book contains extensive detailed information on the many aspects of stitchery and needlecraft. Alongside these detailed answers to many needlecraft questions you will find intricate diagrams and photographic plates. 'Sewing is not just a question of a needle and cotton, but of which needle and what kind of cotton, and how to employ them when you have chosen rightly'. Contents Include: Plain Sewing - Fastenings - Plain-Sewing Trimmings - Your Sewing Machine - Hand Embroidery - How To Work Your Gift Transfers - Home Dressmaking - Mending - Crochet - Raffia Work - Stencilling - Barbola - Simple Ways of Weaving - Gesso-Work - Various Ways of Making and Decorating Lamp-Shades - Poker Work - Artistic Leather Work - An Introduction to Basketry - Basketry - Painting on Glass and China, Etc - Sea-Grass WorkKeywords: Plain Sewing Sewing Trimmings Sewing Machine Lamp Shades Home Dressmaking Needlecraft Basketry Hand Embroidery Gesso Stencilling Painting On

Easy Bargello is a collection of 25 homeware and gift projects to make which revive the traditional needle point technique of Bargello. Bargello is an easy craft to master as it comprises just one simple straight stitch. Striking patterns form by repeating the stitch in different colours and arrangements. It is not only methodical and mindful but creative too as, once the basics are understood, the reader will be able to design their own patterns. The book features a short history of this traditional technique, followed by an exploration of the different fabrics and materials used and explains everything a beginner needs to get started on their first project. Projects range from beginner and intermediate through to advanced levels. Each pattern features step-by-step instructions and modern life-style photography beautifully illustrates the construction of each piece. This is an ideal collection to utilise a crafter's thread stash and experiment with different colour combinations. Projects include: hoop, purse, wall hanging, greeting's card, pillow, plastic canvas plant pot cover.

In this collection of Embroidery Stitches, I have endeavoured to place before those artists who are interested in needlecraft an exposition of the most useful and artistic stitches that have formed a part of my own work during several years' study and practice of Art Embroidery. Some of these will be familiar to Needle-artists: others will serve to exemplify how, in process of working, fresh stitches may be evolved from old ones or how, when originality gains ground, entirely new stitches become apparent and workable.Keywords: Embroidery Stitches New Stitches Art Embroidery Needle Artists Needlecraft Originality Exposition Exemplify

This book presents the hypothesis that the Bayeux tapestry, long believed to have been made in England, came from the Loire valley in France, from the abbey of St. Florent of Saumur. This is based on a number of different kinds of evidence, the most important of which is signs of a St. Florent/Breton influence in the portrayal of the Breton campaign in the tapestry, about a tenth of the whole.

The renowned embroiderer Linda Miller brings the art of machine embroidery to life in this beautiful book. Packed with practical advice and over 200 photographs, each chapter guides you through all the skills and techniques needed to make an array of exciting machine-stitched pictures. There are six projects featuring different textile techniques, including solidly-stitched machine embroidery, working with found objects and reverse fabric applique. It also provides you with the confidence and knowledge to use your sewing machine as a drawing and painting tool.

Weekend Makes: Hoop Embroidery Art features 25 beautifully stitched embroideries that are mounted and hung in an embroidery hoop. Inexpensive and quick to make, these small pieces are perfect for using up remnants of fabric and embroidery thread, felt, buttons and beads. The essential tools and techniques section means that those new to embroidery will be able to pick up a much-loved craft and create beautiful and simple pieces. The book also covers how to finish the back of the pieces, as well as how to hang them. These simple projects are achievable for all levels of ability.

Each title in the Easy Cross Stitch series provides a beautiful collection of designs to inspire and challenge beginning stitchers. These thematic resource books offer an easy-to-follow, full-color chart and a color key on every page. Full of vibrant floral cross-stitch designs, this crafting companion uses a variety of colors and endless shapes to capture the wonder of the natural world. Organized by color and by flower type, including popular varieties such as roses and lavender, this portable craft book is an ideal guide for anyone who wants to create decorative table cloths, cushions, or other household linens. Smaller designs that serve well on a greeting card or combine to make up a lovely sampler are also included.

Make a statement--and smash the patriarchy, one stitch at a time--with these 40 feminist-themed cross-stitching patterns! Crafty activists will love this snarky book with its 40 irreverent, vintage-inspired cross-stitch patterns. Whether you want to proudly announce to the world that you're a nasty woman or remind others that a woman's place is in the revolution, you'll find edgy slogans, sharp one-liners, and cheeky images that make fabulous wall art or wonderful handmade gifts. An illustrated basics section will get you started, with information on materials, tools, techniques, and framing your finished pieces.

Embroidery lovers, expand your stitching repertoire to include punch needle! Discover the art of punch needle with this collection of 11 special projects from Japanese embroidery artist Yumiko Higuchi. This series of sweet little projects will teach you how to achieve rich, three-dimensional textures and finishes with your fibre art, all using a punch needle pen and embroidery floss. In this curated collection, Yumiko offers her simple, modern spin on classic embroidery projects, including brooches, pouches, coasters, samplers, pillows, and hoop art. Inspired by the colours and shapes of nature, her designs feature fruit, flowers, leaves, gemstones, and animals. She explores different punch needle techniques, utilizing traditional embroidery floss to create a variety of textures and shapes. This lovely introduction to punch needle is designed for modern makers who love Yumiko Higuchi's style and are interested in exploring this fun craft. Once you get started with this rhythmic, meditative needle art, you won't be able to stop!