The Royal School of Needlework Book of Embroidery : A Guide to Essential Stitches, Techniques and Projects

This book is a rich source of embroidery techniques, stitches and projects, covering eight key subjects in detail: crewelwork, bead embroidery, stumpwork, canvaswork, goldwork, whitework, blackwork and silk shading. Containing all the trusted, bestselling content from the RSN Essential Stitch Guide series, plus a new section on mounting your finished work. Written by expert RSN graduate apprentices and endorsed by the RSN, the book contains clear step-by-step stitch guides, examples of contemporary and historical pieces and inspiring projects.

'This is a great all-in-one book! It's the ideal book for the embroidery enthusiast who is interested in exploring and really learning the foundations of core needlework techniques. It is certain to be very influential on new generations of stitchers in the years to come, and a wonderful learning resource for needlework enthusiasts worldwide.' - Mary Corbet, Needle ‘n’ Thread A rich source of embroidery stitches, techniques and projects from the Royal School of Needlework. This beautiful book is a rich source of embroidery techniques, stitches and projects, covering eight key subjects in detail:CrewelworkBead embroideryStumpworkCanvasworkGoldworkWhiteworkBlackwork... and silk shading. Containing all the trusted, bestselling content from the RSN Essential Stitch Guide series, plus a new section on mounting your finished work, this fantastic book is a must-have for all embroiderers. Fully redesigned and integrated, the original eight titles have been given a new lease of life in this larger format.