Two dozen iron-on transfer patterns for hottest "new" form of embroidery: birds, butterflies, boats, florals, little boy, little girl, pineapples, geometrics, more. Complete instructions, stitch diagrams, list of necessary materials and equipment, directions for transferring the designs to fabric, and an interesting discussion of candlewicking's historical development. Introduction.
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Pulled Thread Embroidery by Moyra McNeill Clearly written, profusely illustrated guide for creating attractive lace-like effects by compressing threads of loosely woven background material with tightly pulled stitches. Instructions for edgings; examples of pulled work from past.
Encyclopedia of Embroidery Stitches, Including Crewel by Marion Nichols Classification of 178 stitches, clearly explained and taught, illustrated back and front; fullest book of its sort. Over 1,400 illustrations.
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.
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.
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.
