Two dozen transfer patterns from authentic 17th-century embroidered hangings. Brief text tells how embroidery was traditionally done. Special charts and instructions for 12 different filling stitches. Color photographs of original hanging.
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Danish Floral Charted Designs by Gerda Bengtsson An exquisite collection of over 40 different florals: anemone, iceland poppy, wild fruit, pansies, more. All designs color keyed to American threads. Illustrated instructions. Full-color designs on covers.
Decorative Charted Designs: 114 Motifs by Julie Hasler Whimsical animals, fairy tale characters, and other designs in various sizes and shapes — perfect for perking up bibs, pinafores, sweaters, pillows, more. 112 color-coded charts, easy-to-follow instructions, 16 diagrams.
400 Floral Motifs for Designers, Needleworkers and Craftspeople by Briggs & Co., Carol Belanger Grafton Treasury of rare Victorian-era designs for borders, wreaths, cushion squares, sprays, and other projects. Patterns for verbena, strawberry, lily, many more.
Decorative Alphabets Charted Designs by Barbara Christopher Charted designs for 29 distinctive alphabets. Letters on balloons, trains, more. Ideal for counted cross-stich, needlepoint. Instructions, color keys.
