Contemporary Smocking by Dorothea Hall

Contemporary Smocking by Dorothea Hall

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A contemporary spin on the traditional craft of smocking. There are instructions on the basic techniques, along with a stitch library and a section on finishing. Ideas for projects include cushion covers and bolsters, curtain tie-backs, pot pourri, a shoulder bag, and a baby's bonnet and dress.

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Contemporary Smocking by Dorothea Hall

Smocking is no longer just a practical means of gathering fabric. In this manual, Dorothea Hall seeks to put a contemporary spin on this traditional craft. She combines exquisite fabrics and exuberant colours with highlights of twinkling beads and buttons, giving modern applications for smocking. There are instructions on all the basic techniques, along with a stitch library and a section on finishing. There are ideas for projects, ranging from the simple to the more complicated, and including: cushion covers and bolsters; curtain tie-backs; pot pourri; confetti sachets; a laundry bag; a shoulder bag; a baby's bonnet and dress; a house and garden sampler; and Christmas tree baubles.
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ISBN 13 9781861081414
ISBN 10 1861081413
Title Contemporary Smocking
Author Dorothea Hall
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher GMC Publications
Year published 1999-11-04
Number of pages 144
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.