A comprehensive illustrated guide to this slice of nineteenth-century Americana explores the stories behind the patterns and samplers that made embroidery a fact of life for Ohio schoolgirls from 1800
One of the most intriguing cultural artifacts of our nation's past was made by young girls ? the embroidery sampler. In Ohio Is My Dwelling Place, American decorative arts expert Sue Studebaker docume
This indispensable, exciting spiral-bound encyclopedia fits right into a purse or knitting bag and answers every question. Easy to follow instructions, diagrams, and illustrations fill every page. &#
Provides patterns and instructions for creating twelve quilt projects inspired by the Elm Creek quilt novels, and includes tips and techniques for successful quiltmaking.
The World of Knitting Right at Your Fingertips More than a how-to book, A Passion for Knitting goes beyond teaching the craft and introduces readers to the culture of knitting. In Part I, you'll find
Master longarm machine quilter Laura Lee Fritz presents another collection of wonderful continuous-line quilting patterns. Add personal significance, texture, and interest to your quilts with these al
At long last, a knitting book thats certifiably hip. Aimed at the rapidly growing new generation of knitters, Knitting Pretty offers up 30 smart-looking projects presented in language ordinary human b
Featuring eleven fun projects, from mittens to slipper socks, accompanied by detailed instructions and full-color photographs, a delightful guide introduces children to the world of knitting, showing
Whether you’re a dedicated knitter who bestows lovingly crafted gifts upon family and friends at every possible occasion, a sometimes knitter with a bag of fully conceived but half-completed projects,
Offering charts and plans for making infant- through adult-sized projects, this unique book provides knitters with a complete resource of more than 350 patterns for caps, tams, scarves, vests, sweater
With input from more than 50 leading specialists, no other book covers the field so comprehensively. Need guidance on yarns, needles, tools, basic techniques, specialized applications, terminology? I
Tatting beautifully enhances clothes, jewelry, soft furnishings, and other accessories. Explore the potential of this centuries-old craft with a collection of charming, innovative designs. More than
“Trish Burr has painstakingly recreated blooms from the paintings of 19th-century botanical artist Pierre Joseph Redout? in exquisite embroidery. Using only the simplest stitches, she provides
This vintage guide to the intricacies of Victorian needlecraft features step-by-step instructions for mastering an array of techniques and patterns. Featured projects include Bulgarian, Catalan, Hunga
An unusual knitting handbook combines the stories of ancient goddesses whose lives offer inspiration and guidelines for various knitting techniques or patterns with detailed instruction in the fundame
