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How to Embroider Almost Every Cute Thing includes 550 supercute,
sweet, and little embroidery motifs for just about everything you
could ever want to depict with needle and thread. From
cheeseburgers and chihuahuas to earmuffs and exercise equipment,
among the many charming motifs are flowers, food, animals,
clothing, vehicles, sports and hobbies, letters, numbers, and
decorative designs from Japan's leading embroidery artists. Use the
motifs to embellish t-shirts, socks, bags, table linens, and more!
What you'll find inside: Finished stitched examples, stitch guides,
and templates for all the motifs Essential step-by-step tutorials
for key stitches and techniques Bursting with fun little embroidery
motifs, this book will give you the itch to stitch!
Sashiko: the needlework form of both decorative and functional
embroidery developed in Japan many centuries ago. With just four
key materials needed--needle, thread, thimble and fabric--Sashiko
stitches have long been a favorite for quilting and embroidery.
Today, the style is popular in the visible mending movement because
of its simplicity, efficiency and aesthetic appeal. With Simply
Sashiko, you can apply centuries-old Japanese techniques to your
home, clothing and accessories in a fun, modern way. This book
gives you simple but thorough lessons on the ins and outs
(literally) of 36 different sashiko patterns, plus designs for
stylish home and personal accessories so you can try them out,
including: Decorative pouches Little purses Placemats and napkins
Covered brooches and buttons And much more! Step-by-step
instructions and detailed color photos show you everything from
transferring patterns to perfecting your stitch technique.
User-friendly templates help you keep your motifs balanced and
even, while color combinations ranging from the traditional white
and indigo to multicolored threads on primary colored backgrounds
inspire you to get creative with these basic stitches.
Japanese Wonder Knitting offers the perfect foray into the
techniques and application of Japanese-style knitting. Japanese
knitting dictionaries have quickly become the favorite go-to
reference for experienced knitters all around the world, and
Japanese Wonder Knitting takes this trend a step further, giving
step-by-step lessons in executing classic stitches the Japanese
way. Like its companion volume, Japanese Wonder Crochet, this book
introduces needleworkers to a whole new approach to classic
stitches such as bubble stitches, herringbone, cockleshell, cables,
smocking, entrelac and more. A swatch pattern is provided for each
stitch to help knitters learn the mechanics of the stitch before
applying them to larger projects. The personal and home accessory
projects included provide something for every level of time
commitment. A total of 23 projects are presented in this book,
including: Cozy hats and neckwear Head bands for warmth and style
Beautiful clutches and bags An amazing entrelac stitch shawl Clever
boot liners/ankle warmers And so much more! An introduction by
Japanese knitting expert Gayle Roehm explains the stitch charts as
well as the differences and similarities between Japanese and
Western styles of knitting. A guide to stitch symbols and extensive
lessons provide visual guidance. With this book and a little
practice, knitters who love Japanese knitwear and patterns will be
ready to try their hand at the many wonderful fashions and home
goods so many Western knitters love to make.
The ultimate Japanese knitting and crochet stitch bible--now
available for English-speaking crafters! 1000 Japanese Knitting
& Crochet Stitches is a treasure trove of needlecraft patterns
and motifs for experienced knitters and crocheters seeking to
create and better understand the infinite variety of their craft.
This Japanese reference work is beloved by knitters the world over,
and the English version will allow even more crafters to enjoy
these techniques. This dictionary includes 700 original knitting
stitch patterns and 300 original crochet patterns that have
inspired many modern Japanese knitwear designs. You'll find classic
lacy, cable, Aran, Fair Isle, Nordic, ethnic patterns; geometric,
botanical and animal motifs; and so much more. This one-stop
reference has detailed stitch diagrams showing how to execute over
60 different knitting stitches and over 40 different crochet
stitches. Each pattern is charted with a delineation of the pattern
repeat. Like Tuttle's other bestselling Japanese knitting
dictionaries--including Hitomi Shida's Japanese Knitting Stitch
Bible—this one includes an introduction by Japanese
knitting guru Gayle Roehm, which helps those who are new to
Japanese knitting navigate the differences between the Japanese and
Western styles of knitting and crochet.
15 amazing stitches, 10 simple lessons, and 25 glorious projects.
Modern Japanese Crochet casts the classic stitches you think you
know in a totally new light, showing them in ways that add striking
textures and contrasts to handcrafted pieces. For the experienced
needlework enthusiast, this book is a revelation--the perfect
introduction to the unique Japanese style of crocheting and charted
patterns. Clear instructions, schematics, and charts walk you
through exciting Japanese-style projects in this book, which
include: An elegant shawl or blanket festooned with flowers A
gorgeous scarf with a cascade of delicate, understated frills A bag
or pouch in a cheerful strawberry stitch A brioche-stitched bowl
that makes a wonderful home for your yarn A star-stitched shoulder
pouch or hat that is a charming way to play with colors Plus much
more--charming bags, scarves, hats, and handwear that help you try
more fabulous stitches! The introduction by Gayle Roehm explains
how Japanese crochet diagrams work, allowing you to stitch these
fantastic patterns and projects easily. A section on stitch
techniques walks you through the basic stitches, adding and
decreasing, binding, and finishing. The inspiring photos are all
the invitation you need to grab your hook and get started!
Like Japanese knitting before it, Japanese-style crochet is getting
ready to sweep the globe! Japanese Wonder Crochet is the first
major Japanese crochet book to be translated into English. It
introduces crafters outside Japan to the wonderful crochet
techniques and charts that are so popular within the country. The
book shows a creative approach to classic crochet stitches such as
Aran, herringbone, Bavarian, waffle, crocodile, reversible crochet,
and many more. In Japan, crochet work is often added to knitted
garments; while you may choose to incorporate these techniques into
your own knitting projects, Japanese crochet is a great pleasure in
and of itself. In this book, a swatch pattern is provided for each
stitch which helps crocheters practice the mechanics of the stitch
before applying them to larger projects. The personal and home
accessory projects included provide something for every level of
time commitment from potholders and cup cosies to tote bags and
blankets. More than 25 exciting projects are included: A patchwork
throw; A reversible cowl; Bags in Bavarian, crocodile, Aran
stitches and more; Totes in herringbone and rib stitches; A vintage
bag and floral brooch in bullion stitch; A tea cosy, mittens, a
shawl; And so much more!. An extensive introduction by Japanese
knitting and crochet expert Gayle Roehm explains the stitch charts
as well as the differences and similarities between Japanese and
Western styles of crochet. A guide to stitch symbols and extensive
lessons provide visual guidance. With Japanese Wonder Crochet and a
little practice, crocheters and Japanese-style knitters can open up
many new horizons using the wonderful patterns that so many
Westerners have already fallen in love with.
Fingerless gloves have burst onto the fashion scene in recent
years--with designers from Gucci to Kate Spade embracing this
popular style. Now home knitters can create personalized fingerless
gloves using original Japanese knitting patterns. From the editors
of Nihon Vogue--the Japanese publisher of worldwide knitting
bestsellers by Hitomi Shida, Yoko Hatta, Keiko Okamoto and other
top knitting designers--Easy Knitted Fingerless Gloves presents an
updated take on a favorite cool weather accessory with classic
patterns like Fair Isle, Aran, cables and knit-and-purl, all
knitted using Japanese charts and techniques. Among the 21 patterns
in this book you'll find: Fair Isle-patterned gloves with lacy
cuffs A pair of slouchy, lightweight arm warmers Cozy
picot-finished gloves with loop-stitched cuffs Elegant beaded
mohair cuffs And more! The colorful patterns and classy neutrals
offer something for every personal style and level of coziness. A
few basic lessons--aimed at those who already have some knitting
experience--and a step-by-step guide to the Japanese knitting
symbols help simplify the process. Easy Knitted Fingerless Gloves
brings knitters everywhere a step closer to Japan's much-loved
styles and techniques. Once you get started, making these beauties
will be as addicting as wearing them!
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