Stumpwork & Goldwork Embroidery - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Stumpwork & Goldwork Embroidery write by Jane Nicholas. This book was released on 2010. Stumpwork & Goldwork Embroidery available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. There are 16 step-by-step projects presented in this book varying both in size and complexity, with inspirational images throughout.
Stumpwork Embroidery
Stumpwork Embroidery - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Stumpwork Embroidery write by Helen Richman. This book was released on 2017-10-26. Stumpwork Embroidery available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Stumpwork is a highly decorative and imaginative embroidery technique, which typically uses raised and padded stitches that are rich in texture. This practical book explains how to create your own piece of stumpwork embroidery. Beginning with an introduction to the appropriate materials, equipment and tools, it instructs on a wide range of stitches and techniques, and illustrates them with ten delightful projects. It then explains how to design your own piece of stumpwork before advising on finishing, presenting and caring for you work. Written by a leading embroiderer, this beautiful book will inspire and encourage you to try this exciting technique and create your own exquisite designs. Contents include: Practical advice on working with threads, as well as how to stretch and prepare fabrics; Over 900 photographs to guide the reader through a wide range of decorative and raised stitches; Detailed instructions on combining stumpwork with a range of other techniques to create unique designs; Ten projects show how to use the stitches in designs, including stumpwork human figures. This practical guide will be of great interest to embroiderers, designers, theatre designers, interior designers and historians, and is beautifully illustrated with 983 colour photographs.
Stumpwork Embroidery
Stumpwork Embroidery - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Stumpwork Embroidery write by K. Dennis. This book was released on 2014-08. Stumpwork Embroidery available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. "How to create stumpwork and needlelace plants, animals and figures, whatever your ability ... clear step-by-step techniques and inventive projects"--Publisher's description.
Stumpwork Embroidery Designs and Projects
Stumpwork Embroidery Designs and Projects - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Stumpwork Embroidery Designs and Projects write by Jane Nicholas. This book was released on 1997-12-31. Stumpwork Embroidery Designs and Projects available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Originating in the 17th century, stumpwork embroidery creates beautiful raised designs with satin backgrounds, padding, and motifs often embellished with beads. Designer and author Jane Nicholas details 19 projects containing 28 motifs of field flowers, pansies, wildlife, and other features applied to apparel and household decorations. Includes hundreds of illustrations and photos.
Japanese Motifs in Stumpwork & Goldwork
Japanese Motifs in Stumpwork & Goldwork - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Japanese Motifs in Stumpwork & Goldwork write by Jane Nicholas. This book was released on 2022-10-18. Japanese Motifs in Stumpwork & Goldwork available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. This is a treasure trove of ideas and inspiration for embroiderers and lovers of Japanese culture alike. Follow the amazing designs of world renowned embroidery artist Jane Nicholas in this stunning book. Learn how to create your own sumptuous embroidered designs based on the rich history of Japanese stitching techniques and styles. Jane Nicholas is one of the world's leading embroiderers, specializing in Stumpwork. Her exquisite embroideries in Goldwork and Stumpwork are inspired by Japanese family crests, a subject that has fascinated her for many years. In this book, Jane has selected 12 designs and interpreted them in a variety of ways using combinations of goldwork and raised and surface stitching. Measuring just 4in (10cm) square, each is worked on an assortment of silk Japanese kimono fabrics, and is accompanied by detailed instructions, a stitch diagram, and the outline for the design. At the start of the book there is a fascinating history of Japanese family crests, followed by a stitch directory and a comprehensive techniques section covering the essential methods of working Stumpwork and Goldwork. Illustrated throughout with sumptuous photography and informative diagrams This is a treasure trove of ideas and inspiration for embroiderers and lovers of Japanese culture alike.
