Beautiful Stitches: Over 100 Freestyle Embroidery Motifs

Beautiful Stitches: Over 100 Freestyle Embroidery Motifs by Bates, Susan. paperback edition. ISBN: 9786059192040.

In this book Susan Bates explores the world of free style embroidery. Susan is an experienced embroidery designer, known for her cross stitch designs. Here she turns her attention to freestyle embroidery. The designs in this book illustrate her love of colour, pattern and detail. The book contains over 100 motifs and focuses on a variety of subjects, such as birds, flowers and the natural world. She also includes trendy motifs that feature lettering, fashion accessories and travel. The book uses simple stitches, all clearly explained in the tools and techniques sections. The diagrams are in full color and each project is beautifully photographed. The designs will appeal to beginners and more experienced stitchers.