Embroidered Knot Gardens

Embroidered Knot Gardens
Author: Owen Davies
Publisher: Batsford
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006-05-26
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780713489668

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Master the textures and shapes of topiary, hedges, walls, paths and water features, to produce beautiful miniature gardens that are blooming with flowers and bursting with colour. Specialist techniques and simple instructions combine in this practical guide that inspires the reader to create their own textured, three-dimensional designs on canvas. From the spectacular reds, browns and burnished gold of autumn to the vibrant greens and refreshing blues of spring, these exquisite embroidered gardens encompass a variety of styles and historical periods – there is a design here to suit all tastes and abilities. Step-by-step instructions guide the reader through the appropriate stitches and techniques needed to achieve these stunning effects. The techniques covered include canvas stitches, stump work, ribbon embroidery, knitting and wire work, each one is easy to follow and fully illustrated with detailed line drawings.

The Embroidered Garden

The Embroidered Garden
Author: Kazuko Aoki
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2015-09-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1611802660

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Whimsical, beautiful embroidery motifs created by an avid gardener—stitch roses, bees, or whole garden scenes. Kazuko Aoki has a unique talent for translating the beauty of the garden with needle and thread. By offering forty motifs, Aoki invites us to explore her gardens through embroidery. The forty motifs explore the roses and wildflowers that appear season to season, as well as the bees and butterflies that enjoy their nectar. The designs here are exquisite, detailed, and artfullly rendered. Beyond the motifs themselves, Aoki also presents projects that feature the embroidery: brooches, notebook covers, pin cushions, and pouches. For those new to embroidery, detailed how-to illustrations are included.

Knot Gardens and Parterres

Knot Gardens and Parterres
Author: Robin Whalley
Publisher: Barn Elms Publishing
Total Pages: 168
Release: 1998
Genre: Gardens
ISBN:

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Knot Gardens and Parterres is a fully illustrated guide to the history of these decorative features and shows how they relate to other contemporary arts and crafts. It also explains how to design and plant a knot garden.

The Embroiderer's Garden

The Embroiderer's Garden
Author: Thomasina Beck
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1997
Genre: Cross-stitch
ISBN: 9780715306918

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Irresistible sketches adapted from the world's most beautiful gardens--in 80 pages of glorious full color--bring the needleworker a host of great project ideas, all with easy-to-follow instructions and over 150 step-by-step photos. Especially helpful: tips on translating nature's subtle colors and shapes into stitchwork. 192 pages, 88 color illus., 250 b/w illus., 8 3/4 x 12 1/4.

Little Book of Parterre and Knot Gardens in French Knots

Little Book of Parterre and Knot Gardens in French Knots
Author: Christine Harris
Publisher: Sally Milner Pub
Total Pages: 49
Release: 2001
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781863512824

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If you're looking for a simple, versatile, yet elegant stitch, French knots will fulfill your every embroidery desire. These 10 exquisite projects showcase designs inspired by 17th-century strolling gardens, complete with colorful flowerbeds, hedges, and footpaths. Instructions cover stitching techniques, transferring and outlining the design, and tips on caring for your lovely finished work. You can stay with the exact threads and colors listed, or experiment with your in celebration of the most graceful of all needlework styles.

Hand Embroidery Dictionary

Hand Embroidery Dictionary
Author: Christen Brown
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 163
Release: 2021-09-25
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1644030101

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The complete go-to guide for all things embroidery! Everything embroidery bundled into one helpful how-to guide! Expert embroiderer Christen Brown breaks down 500+ stitches from the basics for beginners to more complex designs for advanced stitchers. Stitches range from Lazy Daisy, French Knot, Herringbone, Capped, Chevron, and so much more. Create intricate art like Christen with inspiration such as psychedelic balloons, mushroom gardens, and flowered embroidered spirals. Bursting with color and beads, designs are perfect for contemporary embroidery art or crazy quilting. Start simple and learn how to choose tools and threads, achieve the perfect stitch, and then start designing your unique embroidery project. From basic stitches to complex combinations each of the 500+ designs comes with step-by-step instructions Mix it up and learn how to change the position of the stitch and use the distance between points Best-selling author Christen Brown provides expert guidance for all, including tips and instructions for left-handed embroiderers

The Royal School of Needlework Book of Embroidery

The Royal School of Needlework Book of Embroidery
Author: Royal School of Needlework
Publisher: SearchPress+ORM
Total Pages: 410
Release: 2018-06-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1781265437

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An all-in-one volume covering crewelwork, canvaswork, and six other types of hand embroidery, from the renowned school established in nineteenth-century England. This beautiful book is a rich source of embroidery techniques, stitches, and projects, covering eight key subjects in detail: crewelwork, bead embroidery, stumpwork, canvaswork, goldwork, whitework, blackwork, and silk shading. Collecting all the books in the trusted, bestselling Royal School of Needlework Essential Stitch Guide series, plus a new section on mounting your finished work, this fantastic book—heavily illustrated with photos—is a must-have for all embroiderers.

A–Z of Embroidered Motifs

A–Z of Embroidered Motifs
Author: Country Bumpkin
Publisher: SearchPress+ORM
Total Pages: 134
Release: 2014-10-18
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1781268592

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An outstanding embroidery reference filled with photos, patterns, and expert tips. From animals to airships to roses and lavender, this book features over 120 bullion designs, 146 step-by-step photos, hints, informative articles by experts, and patterns. For embroiderers, it’s a rich source of both inspirational ideas and practical advice. Beautifully photographed and illustrated, each individual motif is a miniature work of art and will enthrall experienced and novice needleworkers alike.

Embroidered Gardens

Embroidered Gardens
Author: Thomasina Beck
Publisher: Avery Publishing Group
Total Pages: 152
Release: 1979
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN:

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Hand Embroidered Calico Gardens

Hand Embroidered Calico Gardens
Author: Irene Coulthard
Publisher: Thomas Reed Publications
Total Pages: 62
Release: 2000
Genre: Embroidery
ISBN: 9780953980802

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