Introduction to Embroidery
Beginner's e-books
Easy to Learn Hand Embroidery by
Follow Chris Malone as she demonstrates how simple it is to pick up hand embroidery. Each project in the book introduces a new stitch, with every one building on the previous stitches to create more complex pieces. Clear step-by-step instructions, drawings, and photos guide crafters through the learning process with ease. Then they can take newly created embroidery pieces and stitch them into fun and useful projects to keep or give as gifts.
Call Number: OnlineISBN: 1596359730Publication Date: 2014-06-01
Cool Embroidery for Kids: a Fun and Creative Introduction to Fiber Art by
Learn about the basics of fiber arts while creating cool stuff. The Cool Embroidery for Kids title teaches the first steps of how to embroider. Activities will help kids use what they learned to make a pretty picture frame, an awesome erasable note, a cool bookmark and more. Custom how-to photos and easy step-by-step instructions make crafting a blast. Don't wait to get cool crafting! Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Call Number: OnlineISBN: 1629683833Publication Date: 2014-08-15
Embroidery Basics by
HOw to use a variety of threads and simple stitches to create beautiful embroidered designs. Guidelines and color illustrations for mastering 42 stitches. 17 projects for beginner and intermediate levels in a variety of easy-to-learn techniques, with color patterns. Designs for towels, napkins, pillowcases, purses, cushions, tablet covers, ornaments, and samplers.
Call Number: OnlineISBN: 0811749746
Basic Embroidery Techniques
Leaf Guide
Gudies for Getting Started
- Embroidery 101: How to EmbroiderBy jessyratfink on Instructables
- The Top 10 Hand Embroidery Stitches Every Beginner Should LearnBy Kristen Valencia on Craftsy
- 15 Stitches Every Embroiderer Should KnowBy Mollie Johanson on The Spruce Crafts
- Hand Embroidery TutorialsBy Jenny Hart on Sublime Stitching
Primers and pattern e-books
Rebecca Ringquist's Embroidery Workshops by
For the embroiderer who appreciates the value of beautiful stitches but also likes to break a few rules along the way, Rebecca Ringquist's Embroidery Workshops is a refreshing new resource for both standard and out-of-the-box techniques. Based on the popular classes Ringquist leads across the country, Rebecca Ringquist's Embroidery Workshops teaches everything from the "proper" way to form a French knot and transfer a design to a canvas to new ways to stitch three-dimensionally, work with nontraditional threads and fabrics, draw with thread freeform, and mix and match machine- and hand-stitching. Also featured are instructions for 20 innovative projects, including table linens, wall art, and clothing embellishments.
Call Number: OnlineISBN: 1613129793Publication Date: 2015-04-14
Sewing Accessories at Home and on the Go by
***Saddle-Stitched*** ***Release Date 05/10/13*** ***PUB Date 07/01/13*** If one has always wanted to organize ones sewing room, this book will help do just that Whether one has a tiny sewing space in the corner of a room or a dedicated space that is all theirs to spread out ones sewing projects, one will find organizers in this book that will fit all needs. Stitch up the Cool Watermellon Pincushion to keep track of pins. Or stitch up the Hanging Ruler Organizer. It s a great project to get rulers up off the sewing table and tucked nicely into a space-saving wall hanger. If one likes to take stitching while traveling, there are multiple projects specifically designed for travel, like the Embroidery Pouch and matching Tote. Packed with projects from small to large, full-color photos and step-by-step instructions, this book will help organize everything from pins to their next trip to their weekend sewing retreat. So get out the sewing machine and let s get organized "
Call Number: OnlineISBN: 1596357290Publication Date: 2013-06-01
Hoop Dreams by
Vibrant color and rich textures abound in Hoop Dreams, a stylish embroidery guide for the modern maker. Author Cristin Morgan of Marigold + Mars outlines the basics of 10 classic embroidery stitches and then teaches you how to use them to create 20 beautiful and practical projects for hoops, for the home, and to wear. New and experienced embroiderers alike will be delighted by the fresh motifs and bold color palettes and empowered by the easy step-by-step instructions and templates, which show that with just a few simple stitches, some basic materials, and an idea or two, you can stitch just about anything. A glossary of more than 50 additional patterns and motifs will inspire you to personalize your projects and use your newfound embroidery skills in fresh and imaginative ways. As an added bonus, the book includes an envelope with 10 carbon transfer papers for quickly transferring patterns to fabric.
Call Number: OnlineISBN: 168335219XPublication Date: 2018-04-24
Simply Samplers: Easy Techniques for Hand Embroidery by
A sampler is a project made from a 'sampling' of different stitches or different motifs. Once the learning tool that helped generations of girls master basic needlework skills, this traditional project is still a great way to learn or practice embroidery skills as well as a creative way to add color to a room or a fabric item. Covers samplers in several different styles: cross-stitch, counted thread, surface, and freestyle embroidery. creative uses for sampler art beyond the basic wall hanging: gift bags, ornaments, scarves, tote bags, and more. includes a how to section with step-by-step instructions for basic embroidery stitches and sewing skills. 16 projects for decorative sampler designs plus creative variations.
Call Number: OnlineISBN: 0811760685
