Kew Book of Nature Samplers, The: 10 embroidery projects with reusable iron-on transfers
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Complete with reusable iron-on transfers, the ultimate guide to embroidering flora and fauna, written by needlework expert Trish Burr in association with The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. "It's one of those books that is eminently suitable for absolute beginners all the way to experienced stitchers..." Mary Corbet, Needlenthread.com This exquisite follow-up to the hugely successful Kew Book of Embroidered Flowers in the same series, is written by needlework expert Trish Burr in association with The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. It features:
9 full projects The projects in the book are arranged by skill levelReusable iron-on transfer papers offering a fast and accurate method of transferring the designs onto fabricFull-size templatesA starter project that introduces the reader to the most commonly used stitches in the samplers to follow, including long and short stitch, split stitch, satin stitch, bullions and French knots. The samplers feature a vast array of fauna and flora, including butterflies, bugs, birds, a rabbit and a hedgehog, lotuses, foxgloves, poppies, toadstools, and numerous wildflowers.Explanation of all the stitches neededGives thorough advice on preparation and choosing fabrics and threads - including a handy thread conversion chart. All the projects are shown step-by-step, with an order of work diagram given where appropriate.
All the reusable iron-on transfers needed are kept safely together with the book in an attractive hardback folder. The templates are also included at full size at the back of the book. This stunning and practical book is a must-have for anyone interested in capturing the intricacy of nature in thread.
9 full projects The projects in the book are arranged by skill levelReusable iron-on transfer papers offering a fast and accurate method of transferring the designs onto fabricFull-size templatesA starter project that introduces the reader to the most commonly used stitches in the samplers to follow, including long and short stitch, split stitch, satin stitch, bullions and French knots. The samplers feature a vast array of fauna and flora, including butterflies, bugs, birds, a rabbit and a hedgehog, lotuses, foxgloves, poppies, toadstools, and numerous wildflowers.Explanation of all the stitches neededGives thorough advice on preparation and choosing fabrics and threads - including a handy thread conversion chart. All the projects are shown step-by-step, with an order of work diagram given where appropriate.
All the reusable iron-on transfers needed are kept safely together with the book in an attractive hardback folder. The templates are also included at full size at the back of the book. This stunning and practical book is a must-have for anyone interested in capturing the intricacy of nature in thread.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1782219498
ISBN13:9781782219491
Release Date:July 2023
Publisher:Search Press
Length:176 Pages
Weight:2.24 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 9.0" x 11.5"
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