Exquisite Embroidery

Jennifer Newman's detailed explanations and step-by-step diagrams for a range of stitches provide the basis for embroidering the many finely-worked projects featured in this book. Designs for bibs, ribbon and crazy patchwork, towels, buttons, babywear and bathrobes are provided, and the technique of attaching buttons with bullion stitch to appear as flowers or holly, is introduced. Heirloom sewing and basic sewing skills are also used to piece together other originally-designed items and there are clear patterns and diagrams to follow that are designed to ensure success however modest one's skills.