Needle Weaving Techniques for Hand Embroidery
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| Rating | : | 4.18 (599 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1782215174 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 112 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-12-31 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
From the Back CoverWorking from loom weaving graphs and patterns, Hazel Blomkamp has modified and documented 42 different embroidery techniques and patterns into one handy stitch book.Each needle weaving technique has been described with a clear diagram and step-by-step instructions detailed on one side of a page, allowing you to place your magnetic cross-stitch board underneath and make the directions inside easier to follow. With all the stitches needed for needle weaving embroidery at their fingertips, learning and experienced hand-embroiderers can jump straight into their projects with this nifty little guidebook.All of the key techniques inside needed for needle weaving hand embroideryInstructions on one side of the page, allowing you to slide your magnetic board underneathWire-O notebook-size format, perfect for easy page turning and carrying around
The book is wire-bound, allowing the pages to lie flat while you work, and the book’s notebook-size fits perfectly in a workbag for easy transportation while stitching on the go.With all the stitches needed for needle weaving embroidery at their fingertips, both new and experienced embroiderers will find inspiration from this invaluable resource.. Working from loom weaving graphs and patterns, Hazel Blomkamp has modified and documented 42 different needle weaving techniques and patterns in this handy stitch book.The book begins with basic guidance on needle weaving techniques, based on a single weaving method which Hazel has broken down into easy steps. 42 needle weaving patterns are then described, each with a clear diagram and step-by-step instructions, and a photograph of one of hazel’s beautiful piece to provide inspiration.All the stitches have been detailed on one side of the page only, allowing you to place your magnetic cross-stitch board underneath. You can then use the magnetic rulers that come with the board to mark the row that you are working on, making the instructions easier to follow
Along with designing, she runs a busy website from home. Peferring to design projects which appear to be traditional, she pushes the boundaries by introducing other forms of needlecraft into traditional techniques, exploring further in everything that she does. She has been designing for the past 18 years. When her children were babies she developed a passio