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The Complete Illustrated Stitch Encyclopedia

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Sterling Publishing Company, Incorporated, 2004 - Crafts & Hobbies - 320 pages
With huge, illustrated color libraries that contain more than 250 needlepoint and embroidery stitches; special techniques such as Florentine and crewelwork; and instructions for planning, finishing and making up, this comprehensive guide is the one-stop needlecraft reference. It will inspire and encourage users, and teach the art of stitching from the most basic skills, such as cross- and satin-stitching, to more complex procedures such as blackwork, beading, tramé, and smocking. There’s also all the advice anyone will ever need to produce perfect stitches every time, and 30 projects such as shades, tiebacks, and pincushions that offer many ways to put newfound skills into practice. Full-color pattern guide and easy-to-follow design motifs make everything simple.

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Review: The Complete Illustrated Stitch Encyclopedia

User Review  - Peri Collins - Goodreads

This is an excellent reference book for needlework stitches. A person can learn alot without a teacher or refresh their memory with this extensive guide. Read full review

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User Review  - Eldra - Goodreads

Clear and useful illustrations. Read full review

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