Circus Embroidery – Susie Johns – GMC Publications
Relive the excitement of a travelling circus with this charming embroidery book filled with bright and nostalgic circus motifs and stitching projects.
Featuring traditional performers and awe-inspiring acts, the book captures the magic of circuses from the past, from daring acrobats, tumblers, and tightrope walkers to incredible performing animals, ringmasters, clowns, elephants, dancers, musicians, and more.
This collection includes 12 delightful hand embroidery projects that make use of the motifs to embellish and customize a range of items, including greetings cards, needle cases, child’s dresses, cake bands, and phone cases. Each motif is presented with template outlines on one side and the finished stitched item on the opposite page, making it easy to follow and replicate the designs.
Perfect for both beginners and experienced stitchers, the book uses a medley of simple, fully explained stitches with clear step-by-step illustrations. It also covers the essential tools and equipment needed and provides guidance on transferring the templates to your fabric.
Packed with decorative elements such as tents, banners, flags, signs, and circus infrastructure, as well as borders and lettering, this book is an inspiring resource for anyone who loves hand embroidery. Whether creating gifts, personalizing items, or exploring playful circus-themed embroidery patterns, this book allows crafters to bring the vibrant, whimsical world of the circus to life stitch by stitch.
Book Details:
Author: Susie Johns
Publisher: GMC Publications
Format: PB with flaps
Pages: 144
Language: English
Year of Publication: 2020
ISBN-13: 9781784945473
Projects: 12 embroidery projects using over 200 circus motifs
Level: Suitable for beginners and intermediate stitchers
Techniques: Hand embroidery, basic and decorative stitches, combining motifs, embellishing fabric and paper
Condition: New
Dimension: 275 x 215 mm
Tips for Using This Book:
Bring the excitement of the circus to your stitching projects by using high-quality embroidery threads such as cotton, silk, or fine floss for vibrant, durable results. Choose a suitable fabric or paper depending on your project—lightweight cotton or linen works well for garments and home décor, while card stock or felt is ideal for greetings cards, needle cases, or decorative items. Follow the template outlines on one page and the finished examples on the opposite page to accurately recreate each circus motif. Combine acrobats, clowns, animals, banners, tents, and other motifs to personalize your 12 circus-themed embroidery projects. Beginners will benefit from the step-by-step diagrams for simple stitches, while experienced stitchers can experiment with creative layouts, color combinations, and embellishments. This book encourages playful, imaginative stitching, helping you capture the nostalgia and fun of a travelling circus in every piece.
