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Traditional Samplers Brenda Keyes

Traditional Samplers By Brenda Keyes

Traditional Samplers by Brenda Keyes


€14.99
Condition - Very Good
<20 in stock

Summary

The author demonstrates how easy it is to adapt motifs and details from traditional sources, such as schoolroom samplers and commemorative embroideries. She presents a variety of cross-stitch projects, suitable for all skill levels, with step-by-step instructions, diagrams, charts and photographs.

Traditional Samplers Summary

Traditional Samplers by Brenda Keyes

Reproduce a wealth of historic, antique samplers. Reach back in time to when schoolroom motifs, intricate band samplers, and personalized handwork commemorated every occasion. Embroider samplers with alphabets and homey sayings. Stitch a Little Girls' Birth Sampler in pink-and-white or an Edwardian Boy's Birth Sampler. Give others at weddings, housewarmings, christenings, and anniversaries. Or make a colorful, springlike work with flora, birds, and other fauna. Bonus projects include pillows, bookmarks, and bags. Every one is a classic!

Table of Contents

Introduction: workbox; stitch library. Part 1 Reproduction samplers: band sampler; the Margaret Simcock sampler; the Hannah Richards sampler; the Mary Elizabeth Nicholson sampler. Part 2 Schoolroom samplers: the Polly Kirkwood sampler; the Hester Biddleton sampler; the Susanna Meeks sampler; the Sarah Jennings multiplication sampler. Part 3 Celebration samplers: engagement sampler; wedding sampler; new home, house and barn sampler; silver and gold wedding anniversary sampler. Part 4 Flora and fauna samplers: the Becky Knole sampler; carnations sampler; birds sampler; four flora and fauna miniatures. Part 5 A celebration of childhood: whitework christening sampler; "Little Girls" birth sampler; Edwardian-style boy's birth sampler; twins' birth sampler. Additional alphabet and verse charts; finishing techniques; sampler collections.

Additional information

GOR001472788
9780715305706
0715305700
Traditional Samplers by Brenda Keyes
Used - Very Good
Hardback
David & Charles
1998-09-30
144
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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