Embroidered & Embellished - Christen Brown

Embroidered & Embellished by Christen Brown is a richly illustrated reference guide to hand embroidery and decorative embellishing. This paperback edition includes step-by-step visual instruction and is presented as a practical guide to stitches and techniques.

Key details

• Author: Christen Brown
• Subtitle: 85 Stitches Using Thread, Floss, Ribbon, Beads & More Step-by-Step Visual Guide
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 160
• Publisher: C&T Publishing
• Publication date: 1 July 2013

Synopsis

Designed as a complete visual guide to hand embroidery and embellishing, this reference brings together traditional embroidery, silk ribbon work and raised stitches, alongside decorative additions such as beads, charms, buttons and mirrors. Christen Brown explains how to combine and position stitches to enhance a finished piece, and also covers working with threads, ribbons, fabrics, laces and other embellishments.

Clear photo-led instructions show how to sew 85 different stitches, and the book also includes eight complete projects to stitch and embellish. It is positioned as an essential embroidery reference for everyone from beginners to experts.

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