First published in 1884, this remarkable volume is an exhaustive resource on virtually all forms of needlework, from crochet to macrame. It's a must-have for needlecrafters interested in rediscovering old-world techniques, as well as for anyone looking for a review of basic sewing skills and easy-to-follow, diagrammed directions.

This guide explores the full potential of needlepoint as an inspirational source. Kaffe's samples come from the natural world - the patterned markings of frogs, butterflies, flowers, shells and stones - the manmade markings of primitive cultures and the world of 20th-century art.

An introduction to the most popular hand embroidery techniques. Provides information on setting up pieces of embroidery, such as selecting the design, fabric and threads. Features 16 projects with step-by-step instructions which provide a range of designs from contemporary to historical. Each project is illustrated.

A study of the many techniques employed by medieval embroiderers, and the materials they used, illustrated to show various examples of their work. A further title from the MEDIEVAL CRAFTSMEN series.

For the wealthy, the eighteenth century was a period of decadent splendour, and their clothing was no exception. Gail Marsh, a costume and textiles curator and senior lecturer in fashion and textiles, has delved into archives to research the techniques and tools that embroiderers of the day used to create bewitching items of clothing.

Blackwork is a timeless, classic sixteenth-century embroidery technique in which beautiful designs are created by stitching geometric designs on to evenweave fabric. Inspired by the past, Lesley Wilkins illustrates her techniques with a whole host of wonderful designs - flowers, plants, birds, animals and figures. She covers everything - from what materials to use and working with a chart, to ...

With 40 stylish patterns, this guide aims to show young knitters how to get started, how to make it fun and how to make the hip clothes they want. Step-by-step instructions illustrate every technique.

The author presents a stylish collection of over 30 cross stitch designs inspired by those of William Morris. A section devoted to basic techniques section provides step-by-step instructions for the needleworker.

Helps readers learn about silk ribbon stitches, crazy-quilt stitches, composite stitches, and left-handed stitches.

Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire houses a world-famous collection of 16th and 17th century textile furnishings. In this illustrated and authoritative introduction to the collection, the author places the textiles in their day-to-day context .

Crewel embroidery is one of the rising trends in the embroidery market. With this book, Jane Rainbow shows how to create a selection of beautiful designs, using ten basic crewel embroidery stitches.'

This guide covers everything from design and transferring the design to the fabric to the choice of fabric, threads and stitches, with many stitch diagrams and suggested patterns. There is a host of blackwork pictures, both traditional and modern, as well as ideas for working with coloured threads.

A collection of 25 projects based on designs by William Morris and his contemporaries.