num_pages: 160
description: Cute alert! Embroidery basics and adorable projects from the editors of Mollie Makes . Embroidery has been experiencing a renaissance among sewists and DIY crafters and is becoming more and more popular among young crafters. This adorable new book from the team behind Mollie Makes is all one needs to learn how to embroider. Aimed at complete beginners it's also perfect for those who have completed their first projects and are looking to move on. Basic embroidery stitches are clearly explained with step-by-step illustrations. Mollie Makes Embroidery covers how to work from charted designs as well as following freeform or doodle stitching. There are also brief tutorials on crewel work ribbon embroidery bargello cross stitch and even machine embroidery. This is far from fusty old-fashioned samplers however. Over 15 contemporary projects from an international range of designers demonstrate the different ways in which embroidery stitches can be used. The book focuses on ideas for using needlework pieces around the home: pillows table runners ornaments wall decor etc. but also includes jewelry bags and gift ideas.
language: English
title: Mollie Makes Embroidery: Adorable Stitched Projects Plus Tips & Tricks
publisher: Interweave