The Essential Book of Embroidery Stitches. 100+ Stitches with Step-by-Step Photos and Explanations – Hiroko Kiyo – GMC Publications
Do You Want to Embroider? Looking for an embroidery book that explains everything from A to Z and teaches popular stitches? Or are you an experienced embroiderer seeking new techniques to enhance your skills? In both cases, you’ve found the perfect guide!
The Essential Book of Embroidery Stitches lives up to its name. It covers not only the most common traditional stitches but also more advanced techniques, including stumpwork and 3D embroidery.
Created by Atelier Fil, renowned for their beautiful embroidery, this book introduces the basics of hand embroidery with step-by-step photos for every stitch. You’ll also discover helpful tips and techniques to elevate your embroidery projects and create stunning, dimensional designs.
Book Details:
Author: Hiroko Kiyo
Publisher: GMC Publications
Format: Softcover
Pages: 128
Language: English
Year of Publication: 2021
ISBN-13: 9786057834188
Projects: Over 200 embroidery projects covering a wide range of traditional and advanced techniques. Includes alphabets, plants, insects, filling stitches, line stitches, drawn thread work, Hardanger, and three-dimensional stumpwork embroidery. Each project is illustrated with step-by-step photos to guide you from simple stitches to complex designs.
Level: Suitable for beginners eager to learn hand embroidery, as well as intermediate and advanced stitchers looking to expand their skills with traditional and three-dimensional techniques.
Techniques: Hand embroidery, traditional stitches (straight stitch, satin stitch, lazy daisy, French knot, back stitch, etc.), drawn thread work, Hardanger, stumpwork 3D embroidery, and tips for combining motifs and embellishments.
Condition: New
Dimension: 216 x 280 mm
Tips for Using This Book:
Use high-quality embroidery threads, needles, and fabrics appropriate for each project. Follow the step-by-step photos carefully to master each stitch and technique. Prepare threads properly to make stitching easier and more precise. Take your time with each project to ensure neat finishes. Beginners should start with basic stitches before moving to advanced techniques like Hardanger and stumpwork. Experiment with combining motifs, colors, and textures to create unique, personalized designs.
