A sumptuous celebration of the embroidered purse in all its many forms - new in paperback. In this practical but inspirational book, acclaimed embroiderer and teacher Linda Tudor has created an essential guide to this perennial fashion item. The book covers:
A history of embroidered purses from around the world, richly illustrated with some of the finest historical examples
Easy-to-follow, practical information on purse construction, from simple two-sided purses to elaborate gusseted and box purses, with easy-to-follow diagrams and instructions
Innovative ideas for purse embellishment, illustrated with outstanding examples from contemporary textile artists
Projects that contain all the information you need to make some beautiful purses from start to finish, including a Chinese silk clutch purse, a bonded silk and velvet purse and a cylindrical English patchwork harlequin purse
Combining design, textile art and embroidery, Embroidered Purses is a book for all those looking to create their own exquisite purse. Whether you are an embroiderer or textile artist looking for a practical application for your work or from a fashion background, this is the book for you.