I learned to embroidery at about age 8. My mom helped me put initials on handkerchiefs
and Sunbonnet Sue on dish towels. I have
done a few pillowcases since then so I was interested to see what’s up with the
craft currently. I came across Better
Homes and Garden’s Embroidery 2012. I
was amazed to see embroidery embellishing a wooden cabinet, on a crate, on a
plate, and used to enhance handmade cards.
It has come far from handkerchiefs.
The book features a project that uses large knots of wool roving to
create flower buds…hum I can see all kinds of applications for that one. My favorite is the look of the heirloom
ribbon embroidery. The book ends with
basic stitch instructions and finishing techniques. The bonus is a sheet of full size patterns!! P.S. I found it free at the local library or you can buy it on Amazon.
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