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Layers of Stitch: Contemporary Machine Embroidery - Softcover

Campbell-Harding, Valerie

 
9780713489064: Layers of Stitch: Contemporary Machine Embroidery

Synopsis

State-of-the-art machine embroidery from two of the most accomplished writers on the subject. The variety of materials used – from velvet and silk to bonded fleece, wire, mesh and nappy liners – introduces a mixed media element and will encourage you to find new ways of stitching to create three-dimensional forms. With clear, step-by-step instructions in each chapter, the book covers: – Making backgrounds, including the use of dyes, paints, stencils, appliques and stitched backgrounds – Stitched motifs and slips, covering, stabilisers, patterns and letters, scanned motifs and designing software – Combining backgrounds with motifs and slips to make finished items

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About the Author

Valerie Campbell-Harding is a highly experienced teacher of machine embroidery, exhibits her work and is a member of the Embroiderer's Guild. She is the author of over 20 books on embroidery.

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