This book serves as an introduction to the art of needlepoint, and as a guide to materials, tools and equipment, and basic techniques. A comprehensive dictionary of stitches gives clear working instructions for both traditional and modern needlepoint stitches. Finally there are over twenty beautiful designs to make up from chart-type patterns, all based on the stitches and techniques described in earlier chapters. Needlepoint is particularly suitable for any item which has to withstand long and constant wear, as the combination of stitchery and canvas creates a very hardwearing fabric. For this reason, the technique is ideal for footstools, church kneelers, chair seats, handbags and other similar items. But fine and delicate work can also be done with fragile silks on close-meshed canvas for fashion accessories; alternatively, thick chunky threads can be used on a wide mesh rug canvas for dramatic modern wall hangings. The choice is yours!

The creative art of needlepoint tapestry

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

FISHER, Joan

Crafts & Hobbies

Hamlyn

This book aims to show you how easy it is to learn the art of sewing. Clear, step-by-step instructions illustrated with easy-to-follow diagrams explain the technigues of sewing- how to stitch darts and seams, finish hems, apply sleeves, cuffs, collars and pockets, work neat perfect buttonholes, set in a zipper, make up a lining. These are just a few of the construction details covered.

The creative art of sewing

Macrame -- the craft of decorative knotting -- is incredible simple and quick to do, yet so effective. No hooks, needles, gadgets or tools are needed: just your hands and a length of yarn. Little wonder this age-old craft is currently enjoying a long overdue return to popularity.

Art of Macrame Modern Design In Knotting

Guide to needlecraft

Ward, Lock

Joan Fisher's Guide to Needlecraft

Triune Press

1970's knitting book with how to knit and patterns like a swarl

Joan Fisher's Guide to Knitting

Triune Books

Complete introduction to all traditional &amp; national styles, with Needlepoint, Smocking, Applique, Quilting - over 200 illustrations, 40 in full color.1973 Trewin Copplestone Publishing LtdISBN: 0-85674-022-5

Guide to Embroidery

Triune

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