Jane Austen Embroidery - Jennie Batchelor

From Pavilion, Jane Austen Embroidery by Jennie Batchelor and Alison Larkin is a hardback guide that brings recently discovered 18th-century embroidery patterns into the present day through 15 modern stitching projects. Alongside the practical makes, the book offers a richly illustrated look at Regency women and domestic life, with quotes drawn from Jane Austen’s letters and novels, historical features and inspirational project photography.

An illustrated introduction explores historical embroidery before moving into a clear materials and methods section. Here, key stitches are explained and guidance is given on threads, fabrics and frames. The practical section then presents patterns across different skill levels, making it a considered choice for anyone looking to develop their hand-embroidery practice while working with authentic period-inspired designs.

Key features

• Hardback format
• 160 pages
• 15 modern stitching projects using repurposed 18th-century patterns
• Illustrated introduction on historical embroidery
• Materials and methods section covering key stitches, plus threads, fabrics and frames
• Includes quotes from Jane Austen’s letters and novels, historical features, illustrations and project photography
• ISBN: 9781911624400

Sizing

193 x 235 x 16 mm

Rackhams Reference : TPIM7CA9VU