Description
Portuguese Whitework - Bullion Embroidery from Guimarães by Yvette Stanton.
The benefits of 'Portuguese Whitework'
You will learn
- how to stitch beautiful drawn thread work with the assistance of clear, thorough instructions
- how to create perfect bullions and eyelets with detailed step-by-step instructions, and lots of hints and tips
- about the history and background of Guimarães embroidery
- how to make ten attractive projects ranging from small to large, for beginners through to experienced stitchers.
Portuguese Whitework: Bullion Embroidery from Guimarães by Yvette Stanton has 104 information packed pages, and 2 pattern sheets with full-sized patterns.
- Introductory information includes some of the history of Guimarães embroidery, photographs of historical examples, and information about the stitches, equipment and materials used.
- The Portuguese Whitework Projectschapter has 10 beautiful projects including small projects such as a biscornu, bookmark and ornaments, through to larger projects such as a tablecloth, a cushion, a table runner and a sampler. Whether you're an absolute beginner or are wanting more of a challenge, there is something here for you.
- The Drawn Thread Work, Surface Embroidery, and Additional techniques chapters are each packed with detailed stitch and technique instructions. Each stitch or technique is taught in fully diagrammed, step-by-step format. Clear diagrams and or photographs to help you see exactly how to work the stitch or technique, and concise written instructions explain each step.
- A full index completes the book.
Portuguese Whitework - Bullion Embroidery from Guimarães by Yvette Stanton
$36.95