Download or read book Fill the House with Cross stitch written by Catherine Austin and published by Sterling Publishing (NY). This book was released on 1994 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Creepy Cross Stitch written by Lindsay Swearingen and published by Page Street Publishing. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CROSS-STITCH GOES WITCHY WITH DARK AND ELEGANT DESIGNS From spooky skulls to ghoulish graveyards, Lindsay Swearingen of Tusk and Cardinal gives cross-stitch a dark yet whimsical update. Curious creatures like phantom felines, legendary fixtures from folklore like Baba Yaga and all manner of haunted houses make the perfect subjects for these needlework masterpieces. Fun and easy to learn, cross-stitch is an art form that truly anybody can master. Lindsay gives you a crash course in the basics to ensure you have all the materials and techniques you need to start off on the right foot. Then, dive into her incredible patterns and stitch yourself some oddities that range from quirky to downright eerie. Anyone with an appreciation for the macabre will swoon for patterns like Lovers’ Graves, which features twin headstones and a heart-shaped weeping willow. Meanwhile, the ghosts, ghouls and ghastly bats of Trick or Treat and Haunted Wings are perfect pieces to hang on your wall to keep the spirit of Halloween in your home year-round. With moody tones, muted hues and spooky subjects, this collection of bewitching patterns makes it easy to add a little subversive charm to your cross-stitch repertoire.
Download or read book The Mr X Stitch Guide to Cross Stitch written by Jamie Chalmers and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2017-08-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you think you know what cross stitch is, look again! Jamie Chalmers, aka Mr X Stitch, shows you how to cross stitch using simple step-by-step instructions and also takes you to the frontiers of cross stitch design. The book is aimed at stitchers of all abilities, from absolute beginners looking to learn a new craft to embroiderers and cross stitchers who want to do something different in cross stitching. For many, cross stitch conjures up images of cute kittens and country cottages, but this book shows people that theres a different side to cross stitching that its an art in its own right, and will encourage them to be a little braver with their art. Jamies writing style is fun, entertaining and highly inspirational. The book aims to appeal to men as well as women, encouraging one and all to take up the ancient craft. It teaches the basics of cross stitching, including information on materials, tools, techniques and colour blending, but also puts Jamies own individual spin on it, with urban flavours and the introduction of different materials such as glow-in-the-dark threads and stitching on metal. As well as providing exciting designs to stitch, there is guidance on how to create cross stitch designs of your own, for example by using photographs and other images for reference. Jamie also showcases the work of other contemporary cross stitchers who are pushing the boundaries of their craft, and introduces more than 20 stunning cutting-edge projects to make, showing that beauty, innovation and 'craftivism' are alive and kicking in this inspirational book.
Download or read book Ultra Mini Cross Stitch Makes written by Susan Bates and published by . This book was released on 2018-07-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains lots of little cross stitch motifs which are quick and easy to stitch. It was inspired by the trend for making very small cross stitch items which can be used to adorn jewelry, such as pendants, bracelets and earrings. You could also make them into little pictures by mounting them into a small hoop or a tiny picture frame. There are designs which can be used to decorate mobile phone cases too. The designs cover a variety of themes, including flowers and cacti, gardens, birds and butterflies, seaside motifs, tropical motifs, and animals. The designs are colorful and pretty and will take crafters no time at all to stitch!
Download or read book Scandinavian Cross Stitch Designs written by Jana Hauschild Lindberg and published by Burns & Oates. This book was released on 1998-04-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Add a touch of simple Scandinavian charm to your home with these dozens of elegant cross-stitch patterns. Ranging from fifth-century woven textiles, through traditional folk art patterns and eighteenth-century porcelain designs, to original paper cuts made by the famous Danish fairy-story teller, Hans Christian Andersen, you'll find all the inspiration needed throughout these pages. Projects draw upon traditional Scandinavian symbols and motifs that have been handed down from generation to generation and upon the beautiful natural environment and wildlife of the region. Celebrate the Viking legacy with a wallhanging of a ship based on a carving from fifth-century Sweden. A curtain with reindeer and fir trees would make fabulous Christmas decor. Set your table with a cloth edged with traditional Norwegian borders or stitch a hanging with a Danish folk costume Follow the detailed Acharts and accompanying project ideas and you'll be on your way to re-creating some of the most beautiful designs from Scandinavia.
Download or read book Do It Yourself Stitch People written by Elizabeth Dabczynski and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-15 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Delineator written by R. S. O'Loughlin and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 600 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Complete Book of Sewing Dressmaking and Sewing for the Home Made Easy written by Constance Talbot and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 517 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This vintage book contains a complete handbook of sewing, with information on all aspects ranging from altering patterns to fastening buttons. Written in plain language and full of helpful tips, “The Complete Book of Sewing” constitutes a must-have for anyone with an interest in sewing, and would make for a worthy addition to the family collection. Contents include: “Choosing the right Clothes”, “How to Choose the Right Fabrics”, “Sewing Tools and How to Make them Work For You”, “Seams”, “Darts, Tucks and Pleats”, “Gathers, Ruffles, and Headings”, “Hems, Facing, Bindings”, “Embroidery Anu Appliqué”, “Time-Saving Measurement Routines”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sewing and needlework.
Download or read book Home Sweet Home written by Carolyn Pearce and published by Country Bumpkin Publications. This book was released on 2012-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stitch a delightful workbox in the shape of a whimsical English cottage with this stunning design from Carolyn Pearce.
Download or read book Stitch Graffiti written by Heather Holland-Daly and published by Interweave. This book was released on 2008-04-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Old-fashioned ABC samplers are nowhere to be found in this collection of 26 stylish and witty designs that give cross-stitch a forceful new look. Unconventional wall hangings fill the first section of the book and dazzle with their bold colors, unusual lettering, and offbeat quotes from songs, books, movie dialogue, and even truck stop bathrooms. A second group of patterns features intriguing, small designs called "tattoos" to sew on T-shirts, jean jackets, bracelets, and handbags, and a final section shifts to the decoration of household items such as pillows, dish towels, and a cloth-wrapped money jar. Each project is accompanied by commentary explaining the inspiration behind the design, and sidebars offer tips for personalizing the final product by adding beads, dyed fabric backgrounds, or frames made from hardware and found objects. Basic technique demos teach beginners how to form cross-stitches, mix cross-stitch with other embroidery, choose and use embroidery thread, stitch on linen, and work out designs on blank graphs.
Download or read book Feminist Cross Stitch written by Stephanie Rohr and published by Union Square + ORM. This book was released on 2019-02-05 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make a statement—and smash the patriarchy, one stitch at a time—with these forty feminist-themed cross-stitching patterns! Crafty activists will love this snarky book with its forty irreverent, vintage-inspired cross-stitch patterns. Whether you want to proudly announce to the world that you’re a nasty woman or remind others that a woman’s place is in the revolution, you’ll find edgy slogans, sharp one-liners, and cheeky images that make fabulous wall art or wonderful handmade gifts. An illustrated basics section will get you started, with information on materials, tools, techniques, and framing your finished pieces. “[Rohr] truly understands the therapeutic value of reclaiming what was once traditional ‘women’s work’ as a modern, empowering medium. Her designs are spot-on and well executed with clear, encouraging instructions. There are very few people who really ‘get’ subversive cross-stitch the way Stephanie does.” —Julie Jackson, founder of Subversive Cross Stitch The patterns, ‘bold and fierce’ indeed, will speak to stitchers who share Rohr’s spirit and convictions.” —Publishers Weekly “Standouts here include a folk-art inspired ‘Don’t Tell Me to Smile’ and a sweet, floral pattern that proclaims ‘A woman’s place is in the Revolution’ . . . Feminist Cross-Stitch is very much on-trend as a new generation discovers the joys of needlework.” —Booklist
Download or read book House Beautiful written by and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Cross Stitch Christmas written by Laura Collins and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book, you'll find the wonder of Christmas in a wide range of cross-stich projects that reflect the solemnity of the holiday as well as it's most lighthearted traditions.
Download or read book Arthur s Lady s Home Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1884 with total page 786 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Needlework Designs for Miniature Projects written by Eileen Folk and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2011-11-02 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This all-original guide features over 60 charted designs that miniature enthusiasts and needleworkers can create at a fraction of store prices. It's easy to enhance dollhouses and any other miniature setting with rugs, pillows, quilts, bedspreads, upholstery, napkins, window treatments, chair cushions, and more. Includes complete instructions, 64 charts, and a metric conversion chart.
Download or read book Staying Out for the Summer written by Mandy Baggot and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2021-04-01 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A magical meze of sun, fun and heartfelt emotion. A must-read! Yet another side-splitting, sun-soaked Greek adventure from Mandy Baggot' – Nicola May, bestselling author of the Cockleberry Bay series For nurse Lucie Burrows, it's time to put the last year behind her and embrace Greek life. Finally free from her demanding, stressful job, Lucie is excited for a restriction-free summer. When her best friend Gavin finds the perfect Greek island getaway, Lucie is sure that this holiday to Corfu is going to be one to remember. But when a landslide cuts the village off from the rest of the island, Lucie is thrown together with Michalis Andino, the super sexy village doctor. It's not quite the escape she had planned, but things could certainly be worse. As Lucie relaxes into the Greek way of life, she begins to wonder whether her much-needed break might just end in a new beginning – and a new love... *** Perfect for fans of: Summer romance Forced proximity Greek island settings *** Readers are LOVING Staying Out for the Summer: 'Deeply thought-provoking and hilarious' 5* Review 'A wonderful, feel-good read' 5* Review 'Funny and romantic! What more could you ask for?' 5* Review 'A brilliant read, perfect for a relaxing weekend' 5* Review 'Takes you to your Happy Place' 5* Review
Download or read book Super Subversive Cross Stitch written by Julie Jackson and published by Sasquatch Books. This book was released on 2021-11-02 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the OG of the Subversive Cross Stitch movement (and brand of the same name) comes Super Subversive Cross Stitch. Featuring 50 easy-to-make designs—both brand-new patterns and fan favorites—stitched together with trademark wit. Don't freak out. Don't make this about you. May your life be as amazing as you pretend it is on Facebook. What fresh hell is this? Not today, Satan. Super Subversive Cross Stitch is here to provide crafters with the snarky inspirations they love to stitch. The book features 50 patterns—23 brand-new designs and 27 fan favorites—along with easy-to-follow instructions for the beginner and fonts and designs for adventurous crafters looking to customize their creations. It recasts a traditional, dare we say "sentimental," craft into a modern, relevant art form. It's the latest offering in the Subversive Cross Stitch brand, beloved by legions of DIYers. Less messy than graffiti, Super Subversive Cross Stitch allows crafters to adorn walls with political pith and irreverent twists on classic quotes ("I think, therefore I drink," "Let the good times be gin"). “This book reminds me that I'm not alone in being crafty and sweary all at the same time. Pass the gin.” —Jenny Lawson, New York Times–bestselling author of Furiously Happy, Let’s Pretend This Never Happened, and Broken "Julie is the true OG of the subversive cross-stitch movement. Modern cross-stitch design would not be what it is today without her. She is a positive and supportive force in the cross-stitch community, providing mentorship to other designers and welcoming new stitchers into the hobby. I am so excited about her new book!" —Stephanie Rohr, author of Feminist Cross-Stitch
