Author(s): Sarah Whittle

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The Needlecraft Style Directory is a comprehensive and highly accessible guide for crafters at all levels to understand exactly what each type of needle craft involves, the basic stitches needed, the most common uses, and the unique characteristics and limitations of each technique, thereby arming the reader with all the information they need to make an educated decision about what creative direction to take next and to help them choose the best technique for their designs. Crammed with useful facts and advice, The Needlecraft Style Directory is aimed at the many crafters out there who have complete mastery over one type of technique and are either on the lookout for new ways to expand their creativity, or who wish to find new techniques to embellish and support their chosen craft. Dotted throughout with helpful tips and advice from practitioners, the book's comprehensive cross-referencing enables readers to locate all the information they need quickly and easily, while galleries of finished work provide inspiration and ideas for new creative projects.
Featuring over 50 needlecraft styles and more than 130 stitches, The Needlecraft Style Directory is the ultimate reference for embroiderers, sewers, quilters, and needlecraft enthusiasts of all levels.