Picture It in Cross-Stitch
by Jo Verso
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Cross stitch has long been one of the most popular, straightforward and versatile forms of traditional embroidery, and this book shows how to create a unique personal record of contemporary life. It enables the reader to depict themes such as family and important family events, home, pets, hobbies and family tree, and the patterns are all presented with borders, bands and motifs. They are designed on a mix and match basis, so that they can be adapted and assembled into any required design show more and worked with a combination of full cross stitch, three-quarter cross stitch and back stitch. No special drawing ability is needed. Instructions are provided for a wide variety of projects, including decorated initials, samplers, a wedding picture and a birth announcement, and there is advice on design, materials and stitching. show lessTags
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This delightful little book contains all the information you need to design your own counted cross stitch samplers that will be personalized with family member portraits, pets, and hobbies. The use of graph paper and some pre-designed items make this book an inspiration to the beginning designer.
This is one of the definitive books about cross stitch, simply because it's so versatile and makes it very easy for any stitcher, even a beginner, to design and personalise their own samplers.
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