The Embroidery Stitch Bible

About this book

More than 200 stitches are photographed and accompanied by easy to follow charts in this essential reference for embroiderers. From basic cross stitch and chain stitch to more complicated couching laid work and drawn thread work this is the stitch bible for embroiderers wishing to improve their technique and add new dimensions to their work. Stitches are arranged according to their use including outlines filling stitches isolated stitches motifs edgings hems insertions flat stitches backgrounds and textures. Concealed spiral binding allows embroiderers to read and practice simultaneously.