The New Anchor Book of Crewelwork Embroidery Stitches: Techniques & Designs Crewelwork is one of the oldest embroidery techniques; associated with the 17th century & often known as Jacobean embroidery, it is as popular today as it has ever been. Historically worked in soft wools on twilled linens, todays embroiderer is discovering just how successfully the techniques can be applied to stranded cotton threads & a wider variety of fabrics. Crewelwork embroidery is distinguished by its textured, almost three-dimensional stitches. This book outlines in step-by-step detail the working of 48 of the most versatile stitches, listed alphabetically for easy reference. Sixteen new embroidery designs show the stitches worked in context & trace-off patterns are included. The featured embroideries include traditional Jacobean motifs, contemporary flowers, & whimsical celebration designs. There are also ideas for using the embroidered designs on several small projects. ...

The New Cross Stitchers Bible: The Definitive Manual of Essential Cross Stitch & Counted Thread Techniques This is a completely new & revised edition of the best-selling Cross Stitchers Bible, from one of the world's favourite cross stitch designers, Jane Greenoff. This essential guide to cross stitch & other counted thread embroidery techniques

Includes:: an extensive illustrated stitch library. Inspiring new projects present exciting stitching challenges, ranging in size from cards to cushions. Versatile motifs & sampler picture designs are all clearly charted & can easily be adapted for other projects. This is the must-have, easy-to-follow companion for all cross stitchers to bring them up-to-date with the latest trends, techniques & materials. Reviews: Packed full of essential information...invaluable... Quick & Clever Cross Stitch An excellent reference book Cross Stitch Collection --Quick & Clever Cross Stitch

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The New Cross Stitchers Bible: The Definitive Manual of Essential Cross Stitch & Counted Thread Techniques This is a completely new & revised edition of the best-selling Cross Stitchers Bible, from one of the worlds favourite cross stitch designers, Jane Greenoff. This essential guide to cross stitch & other counted thread embroidery techniques

Includes:: an extensive illustrated stitch library. Inspiring new projects present exciting stitching challenges, ranging in size from cards to cushions. Versatile motifs & sampler picture designs are all clearly charted & can easily be adapted for other projects. This is the must-have, easy-to-follow companion for all cross stitchers to bring them up-to-date with the latest trends, techniques & materials. Review Packed full of essential information...invaluable... Quick & Clever Cross Stitch An excellent reference book Cross Stitch Collection --Quick & Clever Cross Stitch

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The New Encyclopedia of Jewellery Making Techniques Since its first publication in 1995, the Encyclopedia of Jewellery Making Techniques has been devoured by students borrowing a well-thumbed copy from their college library, established jewellers wishing to find out more about new techniques, as well as all those who just enjoy making jewellery as a hobby, who have kept it beside their workbench at home as a third hand to help them through a tricky process. Since then many books have been written about jewellery making. However, this volume still enjoys a huge following. To update it, a finished example now illustrates every technique to give a context to the method described. There are also new articles on harvesting scrap metal, designing jewellery, comparing metals properties, & a wonderful demonstration of precious metal clay
- a material that didnt even exist when this book was first published. Doyenne of metal clay, Sue Heaser, gives a masterclass in this technique. Jewellery making is a rewarding & fascinating craft. Although you may find that you enjoy some aspects of it more than others, the techniques described here will give you a thorough understanding of all the basic information you need to create unique & professional looking pieces. About the Author Jinks Mc Grath is a jeweller & teacher whose designs have been exhibited & collected for many years. She is the author of several books on jewellery making. She lives & works in East Sussex.
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Since its first publication in 1995, the Encyclopedia of Jewellery Making Techniques has been devoured by students borrowing a well-thumbed copy from their college library, established jewellers wishing to find out more about new techniques, as well as all those who just enjoy making jewellery as a hobby, who have kept it beside their workbench at home as a third hand to help them through a tricky process. Since then many books have been written about jewellery making. However, this volume still enjoys a huge following. To update it, a finished example now illustrates every technique to give a context to the method described. There are also new articles on harvesting scrap metal, designing jewellery, comparing metals' properties, & a wonderful demonstration of precious metal clay
- a material that didn't even exist when this book was first published. Doyenne of metal clay, Sue Heaser, gives a masterclass in this technique. Jewellery making is a rewarding & fascinating craft. Although you may find that you enjoy some aspects of it more than others, the techniques described here will give you a thorough understanding of all the basic information you need to create unique & professional looking pieces. About the Author: Jinks Mc Grath is a jeweller & teacher whose designs have been exhibited & collected for many years. She is the author of several books on jewellery making. She lives & works in East Sussex.
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This stunning kit from Maia

Includes:: a magnificent lion portrait, which once finished, will show

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Knit your medal winning team with this quirky & unique knitting book that combines a momentous event with traditional knitting. This title presents 10 brilliant patterns for knitting your very own team of championship athletes going for gold. Olympknits is a quirky take on the event we'll all be talking about next summer. It

Includes:: full instructions for how to knit together with hilarious photos of the finished athletes in action & how to customise them for your own team. Don't forget to visit our special Olympknits website for bonus projects, competitions & all the latest woolly sport news from retired knitted athlete Mr. Phil Sportsman.

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Anchor The Orphans Tapestry Kit The Orphans Tapestry Kit by Anchor shows four Border Collie puppies sitting in the hay. Kit contains carefully sorted Anchor Tapestry Wool, 10 count full colour printed canvas & easy-to-follow charts & instructions. Finished

Size: 13.75 x 19.75 (35 x 50cm) Supplier product code: MR161

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The Pack Counted Cross Stitch Kit by Janlynn The call of the wild! Come face to face with wildlifes finest predators in pack formation. One can almost hear their haunting wails piercing the chilly night air! Kit contains 14-count white 100% Cotton Aida fabric, 6-strand pre-sorted carded 100% cotton thread, needle, chart & instructions in English, French, Spanish & German. Finished

Size: 7 x 22 (18 x 56cm) Designed by Roger. W. Reinardy

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The call of the wild! Come face to face with wildlifes finest predators in pack formation with this Janlynn kit. One can almost hear their haunting wails piercing the chilly night air! Kit contains 14-count white 100% Cotton Aida fabric, 6-strand pre-sorted carded 100% cotton thread, needle, chart & instructions in English, French, Spanish & German. Finished

Size: 7 x 22 (18 x 56cm) Designed by Roger. W. Reinardy

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