First Time Embroidery and Cross-Stitch
The Absolute Beginner’s Guide - Learn By Doing * Step-by-Step Basics + Projects
by Linda Wyszynski
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Pub Date Sep 03 2019 | Archive Date Sep 19 2019
Quarto Publishing Group – Quarry | Quarry Books
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Description
This beginner’s guide, by embroidery professional Linda Wyszynski, uses easy-to-follow, photo-illustrated instruction to teach you the basics of classic embroidery, crewel, and cross-stitch techniques. In no time, you can use these methods to create beautiful, personalized designs.
After a review of equipment and supplies, fabrics, threads, patterns, and stitching basics, jump right in with these step-by-step projects:
- Creative embroidery – Embroidered Jacket Collar and Embellished Pillow Case
- Crewel – Paisleys and Pearls Pillow and Touch of Gold Fedora Hat
- Cross-Stitch – Violet Blossoms Candle Band and Springtime Journal
Each book in the First Time series distills how-to guidance and advice from an expert on a specific topic into targeted step-by-step instruction geared toward the absolute beginner.
Marketing Plan
Key Selling Points: Successful series. The first six titles in the First Time series have had net sales of more than 90,000 copies since its launch in mid-2014. Targeted step-by-step instruction geared toward the absolute beginner. Distills how-to, guidance, and advice from an expert. Accessible presentation and price point. With its large format, manageable page count, and attractive price point, the First Time series offers novices easy entrée to how-to subjects.
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781631597978 |
| PRICE | $19.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 128 |
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