Mary Thomas's Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches: The Classic Guide (Spiral Bound)

Name: Mary Thomas's Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches: The Classic Guide (Spiral Bound)
Brand: Trafalgar Square Books
SKU: SPTM-9781570769214
Price: 35.94 USD
Availability: InStock

$35.94

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Table of Contents:
Introduction, Outline Stitches, Border Stitches, Composite Band Stitches, Isolated Stitches, Open Filling Stitches, Solid Filling Stitches, Detached Filling Stitches, Straight and Slanted Canvas Stitches, Crossed Canvas Stitches, Composite Canvas Stitches, Insertion Stitches, Edging Stitches, Cut and Drawn Stitches, Pulled Fabric Stitches, Index

Brief Description:
embroidery;cross-stitch;needlepoint;textiles & costumes;general;reference;libraries

Description for Sales People:

One of the best books for embroidery stitches and belongs in needle crafters libraries that are interested in stitches

Over 400 embroidery stitches explained and illustrated with diagrams and photographs

Ideal for those starting out with needlework, as well as accomplished embroiderers seeking inspiration for different stitches and techniques

14 stitch categories, including outline stitches, filling stitches, canvas stitches, and insertion stitches

Review Quotes:
From Library Journal Originally published in hardcover by Hodder & Stoughton in 1989, this is a completely revised full-color edition of Thomas's 1934 classic, Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches. A comprehensive dictionary offering more than 400 stitches, this edition includes 100 new stitches, all described and pictured in full-color diagrams. Essential for public libraries and embroidery collections. Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Statement of responsibility taken from cover.

Biographical Note:
Jan Eaton is a needlecraft and textile designer. She has published many needlecraft books, including Country Crochet and Knitted Lace and Crochet Basics.

Contributor Bio:Eaton, Jan
JAN EATON is known internationally for her specialty in needlecraft and textile designs. Since finishing her training at Goldsmiths College in London, Jan has worked as a freelance designer showcasing her embroidery, crochet, knitting, and textile painting designs in various UK and European magazines. Past works include the new edition of Mary Thomas's Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches, Country Crochet and Knitted Lace, and 200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws, and Afghans.