Invention of Glory: Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries
by Miguel Angel de Bunes Ibarra, Donald J. La Rocca, and Dalila Rodrigues
Commissioned in the 1470s most likely by Afonso V, king of Portugal, the Pastrana Tapestries are a group of four towering (12 by 36 feet each) tapestries memorializing his conquest of the Moroccan cities of Asilah and Tangier, near the entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar. An impressive rendition in wool and silk woven by Flemish weavers, the tapestries display multicolored scenes of the day: military, royalty and maritime life. The images are an anomaly in that they portray current experiences a...
This book looks at the intricate patterns and diverse designs of 19th and early 20th century Palestinian village costumes. Palestinian dresses, jackets, head-veils and head-dresses are made from a variety of beautiful fabrics: handwoven cotton or linen, left natural or dyed indigo-blue; and brightly coloured silks, taffetas, velvet and wool. This book examines garments which women prepared for their wedding trousseaus and festive occasions. These unique ceremonial garments are highly decorated w...
An exciting new format, our handy craft pad is filled with 30 tear-out iron-transfer embroidery patterns by Jenny Hart.
After rifling through her cupboards and rummaging through her drawers, Marjorie Massey has discovered yet more of her charming cross-stitch patterns which she shares with us in Made in France: Cross-stitch Samplers. In alternating blues and reds, Massey's designs are timeless and modest. Follow the simple instructions for over 30 patterns to add flair to your homewares and gifts. Everything can be embroidered, from cushion covers to linen bags, aprons to handkerchiefs and from teatowels to blan...
Treasury of Floral Designs and Initials for Artists and Craftspeople (Dover Pictorial Archive)
'The perfect festive read!' DEBBIE JOHNSON 'Full of festive spirit and intriguing family secrets!' HEIDI SWAINCan three sisters stitch their family back together? Loretta loves running the little village sewing shop in Butterbury. Some of her most precious memories are sitting with her three daughters Daisy, Ginny and Fern, stitching together pieces of material - and their hopes and dreams. But this Christmas the family is coming apart at the seams: Fern feels like she's failing at motherhood a...
Over 150 projects suitable for beginners and accomplished cross stitchers with easy to follow charts, clear step-by-step instructions.
Alphabets in Cross-Stitch (Arco album of cross-stitch designs, #4)
The magic of embroidery is that it can transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. Armed with just a needle and thread, this book, and a little imagination, there is no limit to the fun you can have transforming clothes, accessories and homewares. The 25 inspiring designs can be applied to just about anything and cover a range of ability levels. Each project is clearly explained with step-by-step text, photographs and templates. All the necessary information on tools, materials an...