Embroidery is currently enjoying a revival and has cast off its image as an oldfashioned hobby. Covering everything from smocking and stumpwork to beading and blackwork, this book explores a variety of handwork techniques as well as looking at machine embroidery styles. The first section of the book explores an extensive range of handwork techniques, giving a brief overview of each embroidery style. It includes a list of tools and materials required, and any specific fabric or thread considerations. Clearly illustrated step-by-step tutorials allow readers to try out the style for themselves, and inspirational galleries of contemporary work showcase the styles and effects that can be achieved with that particular technique. The second section of the book looks at machine embroidery techniques, including both free motion and digital machine embroidery. Profiles of contemporary practitioners dotted throughout the book offer an engaging insight into their professional working practices, as well as a new perspective on a range of embroidery techniques. A concluding resources section offers readers a wealth of further information on all things embroidery-related.
- ISBN13 9781906417956
- Publish Date 21 March 2013 (first published 26 February 2013)
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 29 March 2021
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Jacqui Small
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 288
- Language English