Metallic Thread Embroidery: A Practical Guide to Stitching Creatively with Metalic Threads
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Book Overview
Metallic and metal threads are some of the most interesting and useful materials available to needleworkers today, adding beautiful and dramatic effects to even the simplest designs. Obtainable in a spectacular rainbow of colours, never has the range available been greater. Fourteen stunning stitched images include hummingbirds, sunlit as they sip nectar from vibrant flowers, and the gossamer wings of a dragonfly shimmer in the mist. A romantic band sampler of pink and silver twinkles delicately, its hearts and flowers lustrous, while a sleeping mermaid sparkles beneath the waves, her tail iridescent and hair gleaming. Display these and other beautiful designs around the home, or give them as gifts, by making them up into a range of items including cushions, sachets, bags, mobiles and so much more. Step-by-step advice throughout is illustrated with inspirational colour photography and clear line drawings, making this the essential guide for anyone using metallic threads.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0715314378
ISBN13:9780715314371
Release Date:January 2003
Publisher:David & Charles
Length:128 Pages
Weight:1.20 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 8.2" x 10.7"
Customer Reviews
4 ratings
Clear instructions, project appeal may vary
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
The instructions in this book were very straightforward. Looking at some of the other comments, yes they are geared towards Kreinik thread, and yes it is embroidery done by hand. I was looking for a by hand embroidery book, so that was a big plus. For me there are two negatives, and the only reason I did not give this book a five star rating. The first is the sample patterns provided. I would describe them as country craft, which is fine if that is your style, it isn't mine. Second I was looking for something with different textures of metal thread, which is not really what this book is about. Overall, its very clear in directions, so if you want to work by hand, and like the styles you'll love it.
The book that got me addicted
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
This book's fascinating. I had never realized how approachable this art form is but this author paved the way for me in gold!
Meet the Metallic Thread Primer: Metallic Thread Embroidery
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
This book is a must-have tool for needleworkers who use metallic threads, are thinking about using metallic threads, or who hope to use these fibers in their work. It provides a concise history of metallic threads and explains the variety which exist. Colorful photographs, tables, and illustrations are plentiful and helpful. "Metallic Threads," provides not only a history of this medium, but practical advice for present day use, and it goes one step further and offers a wide range of projects using metallic fibers to put your newly acquired knowlege to use. In short, it is a vital reference text for those involved in the needlework industry as a professional or hobbyist, but it is equally an inspirational text which provides fun and practical ways to get acquainted, "up close and personal," with this medium. A job well done by Ms. Kreinik et al! I recommend it highly.
Your Guide to using Kreinik Metal Threads
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
This is a fantastic book. It not only has some lovely projects for you to do using metal threads, but it also is jam-packed with information on how to use the threads, and lots of details about the different products available from Kreinik.As the Embroidery Host at BellaOnline, I get a lot of queries about metal thread embroidery, and have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this book as the best to have when starting to stitch metal thread work.This book is definately worth the money, and will inspire you to add the sparkle of metal to your embroidery projects.
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