The Ribbon Embroidery Bible
Ref:
1844480631
AuthorJoan Gordon
Joan Gordon (Irvine) is a professional textile/craft designer and dressmaker. Born and raised in Queensland, Australia, Joan commenced her studies in fashion in the 1960s under the guidance of Lydia McGarry - one of Queensland's most noted couturiers. Her first clothing labels were Thyme Designs and Sugar Gliders. Joan became involved in the wholesale side of the industry in 1983 when she became the Queensland State Manager for McCalls Pattern Company. After almost a decade with the company she became a consultant and worked with several sewing and craft companies based in Australia and America. For many years she has conducted hands-on workshops as a professional craft and sewing teacher at national craft shows in Australia, New Zealand, America, and England. Joan is passionate about all types of craft and promotes the art of creative sewing. Her work has appeared in several magazines including Better Homes, Family Circle, Australian Stitches, Popular Crafts, Sewing World, and My Weekly. She has recently been featured on television teaching the art of silk and textile painting.
SummaryThis is the essential reference for anyone working with ribbon embellishments - for patchwork, quilting, heirloom sewing, applique, or cross stitch. Features over 60 ribbon designs, including flowers, animals, children's motifs, and seasonal themes such as Christmas and Halloween. Each design is charted for easy reference as well as photographed finished, and a simple key explains the order of work. 75 ribbon stitches are demonstrated with step-by-step photographs and clear instructions
This is the essential reference for anyone working with ribbon embellishments - for patchwork, quilting, heirloom sewing, applique, or cross stitch. Features over 60 ribbon designs, including flowers, animals, children's motifs, and seasonal themes such as Christmas and Halloween. Each design is charted for easy reference as well as photographed finished, and a simple key explains the order of work. 75 ribbon stitches are demonstrated with step-by-step photographs and clear instructions
No of pages256pp
FormatBB Hardback
PublisherSearch Press
ISBN1844480631
EAN9781844480630
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