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The Cross Stitcher's Bible Jane Greenoff

The Cross Stitcher's Bible By Jane Greenoff

The Cross Stitcher's Bible by Jane Greenoff


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Summary

Both novices and expert stitchers will find essential information here on cross-stitch embroidery and other counted-thread techniques, including blackwork, Hardanger, pulled and drawn thread work. This guide contains project ideas, pages of charts and a comprehensive stitch library.

The Cross Stitcher's Bible Summary

The Cross Stitcher's Bible by Jane Greenoff

Both novice and expert stitchers will find a mine of useful material in this book to help them obtain the best results from their cross stitch work. It is divided into three parts, each section crammed with essential information and valuable hints. Part One covers basic techniques such as reading a chart, the different threads and fabrics available, and how to get stitching with them. Part Two explores creative options including three-dimensional cross stitch, using metallic threads and space-dyed threads, and how best to use the different fabrics available. Part three explores the use of bead, button and charm embellishments, as well as combining other techniques such as Blackwork and Hardanger with cross stitch designs to create textural interest. It introduces designing a sampler by hand or computer, and adapting commercial kits and charts to create unique and personal designs. At the end of the book there is a comprehensive stitch library, an essential reference for those keen to develop their counted thread embroidery skills. This is followed by a design library comprising over 50 pages of original charts, allowing stitchers to explore all the effects described. Finally, finishing techniques are covered such as mounting and framing; illustrated with step-by-step colour photographs, it demonstrates how easily the stitching can be made up into a wide range of stunning projects, from cards and pictures to pincushions and table linen.

The Cross Stitcher's Bible Reviews

'...a definitive guide for all stitchers...' Cross Stitch Crazy; 'Packed full of essential information...invaluable...' Quick & Easy Cross Stitch

About Jane Greenoff

Jane Greenoff, Managing Director of the Cross Stitch Guild and the Inglestone Collection kit company, is one of the most successful and popular cross stitch designers. The author of 12 books, her knowledge and advice is os sought after, a new magazine, Jane Greenoff's Cross Stitch, was launched in 1998. Jane lives in Fairford, Gloucestershire.

Table of Contents

Part 1: Getting Started; Part 2: Creative Options; Part 3: Exploring Choices; Stitch Library; Working the Projects; Motif Library; Finishing Techniques

Additional information

GOR001482196
9780715314708
071531470X
The Cross Stitcher's Bible by Jane Greenoff
Used - Very Good
Paperback
David & Charles
2003-02-26
192
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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