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Loading... The Stumpwork, Goldwork and Surface Embroidery Beetle Collection (Milner Craft Series) (edition 2004)by Jane Nicholas
Work InformationThe Stumpwork, Goldwork and Surface Embroidery Beetle Collection by Jane Nicholas
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. Lending A fantastic book for the advanced beetle-loving embroiderer. This may be a small audience, but it's a wonderful book--from the research on the inspiration insects, through to the instructions and projects using stumpwork, goldwork, crewel, beading, and applique techniques. I'll update this review when I've tackled my first beetle project--soon! Edited to add: I've finished my last stumpwork beetle last night--the ladybug--and I can now say that the instructions are clear, the measurements and diagrams are accurate and make sense, and the project worked. Belongs to Publisher Series
For the ancient Egyptians the beetle symbolized life, rebirth, and immortality, and for centuries, artisans have used the scarab motif to adorn everything from textiles and jewelry to the tombs of kings. This definitive collection of beetle-themed designs offers instructions for using the 17th century art of raised stumpwork embroidery, the metallic threads of goldwork, and glittering beadwork to create lifelike designs. Hundreds of color and black-and-white illustrations will teach embroiderers all about the craft: tools and equipment needed, special beading techniques, creating dimensional designs with appliqué, mounting their images, and more. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)746.44The arts Graphic arts and decorative arts Textile arts Needlework EmbroideryLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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