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RSN Essential Stitch Guides: Canvaswork: Large format edition - Softcover

Book 4 of 8: RSN Essential Stitch Guides

Doyle, Rachel

 
9781782219316: RSN Essential Stitch Guides: Canvaswork: Large format edition

Synopsis

The Royal School of Needlework teaches hand embroidery to the highest standard, developing techniques in new and innovative ways.

Written by RSN apprentice and tutor Rachel Doyle, this book contains an extensive guide to canvaswork techniques, and includes complete information on the major stitches while offering stunning new design ideas. Here you will find diagonal stitches, horizontal and vertical stitches, raised, textured and filling stitches. Decorative effects are explored too, making this a fantastic source book and an invaluable reference for canvaswork stitches.

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About the Author

Rachel Doyle gained a degree in Textiles at Nottingham Trent University and then completed the RSN Apprenticeship in 2009. Rachel teaches RSN Day Classes as well as teaching on the RSN Certificate & Diploma and working as an embroiderer in the RSN Studio.

After she gained a degree in Textiles she completed the RSN Apprenticeship, teaching for the RSN in both the UK and the United States as well as on their Summer Intensive Programme. She has worked on a variety of commissions in the RSN Studio, including bespoke pieces for Savoir Beds and has taught Bespoke Classes for the RSN around the UK.

From the Back Cover

The Royal School of Needlework teaches hand embroidery to the highest standard, developing techniques in new and innovative ways.

Rachel Doyle, a teacher and embroiderer at the RSN, presents an expert guide to canvaswork. Through clear illustrations, step-by-step photography and diagrams, this book explores the key traditional canvaswork stitches while offering stunning new design ideas. Here you will find diagonal stitches, horizontal and vertical stitches, raised, textured and filling stitches. Decorative effects are covered too, as well as guidance on materials, equipment and techniques, making this a fantastic source of inspiration and an invaluable guide.

With an introduction to the RSN and a brief history of the craft, this book provides an essential guide to both classic and contemporary canvaswork.

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