Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Techniques
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Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Techniques by Sally Saunders
The distinguished reputation and specialist knowledge of the Royal School of Needlework are combined in this colourful and inspirational introduction to the most popular hand embroidery techniques. Includes a detailed introductory section provides all the practical information needed for setting up pieces of embroidery, such as selecting your design, fabric and treads and preparing for working. The next four chapters examine the popular techniques of silk shading, gold work, crewelwork and black work, all introduced with a historical overview. Each of these stitches techniques features four exquisitely worked embroidery projects. The 16 projects featured step-by-step instructions and colourful photographs of the finished embroideries with photographs explaining their development and stitching. The designs include an Iris in black work and a tree Bark design in silk shading. A detailed glossary at the back of the book gives step-by-step illustrations and working captions for each of the stitches featured.
Sally Saunders is an embroiderer with a long-standing association with the Royal School of Needlework. An experienced tutor, she teaches the RSN apprentices and also runs classes for Embroiderer's Guild groups.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780713488173 |
| ISBN 10 | 0713488174 |
| Title | Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Techniques |
| Author | Sally Saunders |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Batsford Ltd |
| Year published | 2003-04-05 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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