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"Woodlands in Cross Stitch" by Angela Beazley
This paperback book is in as new condition. As well as the designs shown on the front cover above - woodland sampler, sleeping wood nymph, wildflowers and butterflies, and woodland bird bell pull - the others are blue bell wood, forest at night, hedgehog cushion, woodland deer cushion,
From the back cover: Overflowing ewith the life nd colour of the woodland, this collection of delightful cross stitch designs features several charming scenes of woodland birds
"The Merehurst Book of Needlework" Edited by Diana Brinton
This large hardback ex-library book has loads of information and techniques on machine embroidery, smocking, silk painting with embroidery and openwork embroidery. Mainly of interest to machine embroiderers, this books takes you through the steps required to create lovely embroidery using only a standard sewing machine that can do zig-zag stitches. I don't even do machine embroidery and I found it fascinating and easy to understand. I think even a beginner would be able to create wonderful pieces very quickly by following the advice in the book. This copy, being an ex-library book, is in fair condition with cover a bit loose. Otherwise, it is totally usable and clean. £5.00 plus £2.30 p+p in the UK.
Or, you can buy it from Amazon"Festive Elizabethan Creations" by Shirley Holdaway
The projects in this lovely softback book are certainly not for beginners. If you already have some embroidery skills then this will provide a wealth of exciting ideas for you to try out. As well as th bride's bag and Juliet cap on the cover, there are patterns for a Christmas wreath, a wall hanging, and an Elizabethan gaming bag. All the stitches and techniques are shown in clear diagrams and colour photos. Irresistible! This book is in excellent condition. £9.99 plus £2.30 p+p in UK.
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"Needlework Magic" by Jane Iles (out of print)
This large hardback book contains over 25 projects for embroidery projects for the home. Both crewel embroidery and counted cross stitch are covered, along with patchwork and quilting. The projects include cushions, wall pictures, place mats, evening purse, sewing roll, trinket box and others. All the designs are shown in colour and have full size templates where applicable. The only difficulty is choosing which one to start first! £6.50 + £2.30 post and packing.
"Medieval Designs in Cross Stitch" by Steven Jenkins (out of print)
Ten charted designs for cross stitch, inspired by medieval times. These projects are beautifully photographed and all shown in colour and this book would suit a beginner as all the charts and instructions are very clear. Apart from the obligatory pincushion there are instructions for coasters, cushions and wall hangings but the designs themselves are interchangable and could be incorporated into cushions or wall hangings as you wish. Designs include medieval king and queen, gothic tower, jewelled chalice (shown below), heraldic unicorn, rose window and manuscript sampler.
Hardback book in very good condition. £5.00 + £2.30 post and packing
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