The Handbook of Silk Ribbon Embroidery - Hardcover

Cox, Ann

 
9781844484607: The Handbook of Silk Ribbon Embroidery

Synopsis

Based on material previously published as Beginner's Guide to Silk Ribbon Embroidery in 1998 and Silk Ribbon Embroidery: Designs & Techniques in 2002, this useful handbook provides all the techniques you need to create beautiful silk ribbon embroideries. Based on just three basic stitches and gathering techniques, learn how to stitch over thirty-five different flowers, including roses, geraniums, irises, pansies, sweet peas and more, and there are over fifteen more detailed projects to take your newly developed skills even further, all with templates and full instructions provided. As well as stitching, this book covers painting and stencilling backgrounds on to the fabric; painting the ribbons themselves; and how to mount and frame your finished pieces. A beautifully presented, highly comprehensive and inspiring book for anyone interested in silk ribbon embroidery.

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About the Author

First and foremost, Ann Cox is a silk ribbon embroidery designer who runs her own company selling silk ribbons and kits. She teaches at colleges of further education, takes classes in her own studio and gives talks to clubs and guilds. She is also a professional cake decorator, a very keen gardener and is interested in many other crafts, especially those relating to flowers. Ann lives with her husband, Ashley, in a small viallage near Southampton in Hampshire. Ann has her own website : http://www.anncoxsilkribbons.co.uk/

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Practical, wire-bound format. All the techniques, materials and equipment are fully explained with clear, step-by-step instructions. Details provided for over thirty-five different flowers, and over fifteen more advanced projects. All the templates required are provided in the book.

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