Illustrated with over 150 photographs, 70 charts and 65 illustrations,
this book is an ideal gateway for any textile worker, from weavers to
embroiderers wishing to incorporate this ancient and beautiful style
of braiding into their work.
The author's step-by-step instructions have
been developed to make the designs easily accessible, and the contents
serve as an excellent and comprehensive introduction to the art.
This book provides the embroiderer with an invaluable technique and
design sourcebook. It covers all aspects of this delicate, greatly
admired form of embroidery and includes:
Handy hints on different fabrics and threads, plus framing instructions.
A multitude of stitch techniques, including layering, padding, how to
create geometric effects, knots, and braided cords.
Metal thread and gold work.
Beautiful designs, using flowers, birds, trees and many abstract subjects.
With over 90 colour photographs and 50 stitch techniques, and clear
step-by-step instructions, this is a definitive guide for embroiderers,
produced by the experts at The Japanese Embroidery Center.
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