Everything you need to know to master the beautiful craft of Hardanger embroidery: preparing the fabric, kinds of thread, blocking and removing thread correctly, kloster or satin stitch, working diagonally, much more. Instructions are followed by a series of "lessons" in which actual projects are made. 50 illustrations.
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Designs and Patterns for Embroiderers and Craftspeople by William Briggs & Co., Marion Nichols Over 500 royalty-free motifs reproduced from finest Victorian source, classified according to type. Wide variety of flowers, greenery, sprays, butterflies, owls, insects, more. Large and small motifs as well as borders.
Victorian Fancy Stitchery: Techniques and Designs by Flora Klickmann Abundantly illustrated instructions for projects ranging from Venetian crochet and elegant hardanger work to bead embroidery on netting. A valuable reference for collectors. 244 illustrations.
Hearts and Flowers Charted Designs by Lindberg Press Over 80 color-coded designs, from small borders to elaborate bouquets, for counted cross-stitch and other techniques. Create beautiful linens, clothing, much more.