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Alphabets & Samplers: 40 Cross Stitch and Charted Designs

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This book was a checkout from my local library and after bringing it home and viewing it I was enthralled with every page! I knew that I would be referring to it many times over so instead of rechecking it out at the library numerous times I decided to buy the book.It has so many nice patterns for the beginner and the advanced cross stitcher.The only problem is trying to decide which one I want to stitch first!I have been doing cross stitching for many years and this is the first book that has everything imaginable to stitch!

I love this book! All of the alphabets and samplers are beautiful, and you are sure to find the perfect project whether you are creating a gift for someone special or looking for something to brighten up an area of your home.

Also, the author gives lots of ideas for finishing the projects, along with plenty of color photos to give you ideas. She gives recommended colors, using DMC, but also includes a chart which compares DMC to other commonly used floss brands. The photos also show several of the alphabets or samplers done up in colors different from the ones in the chart, so there is plenty of leeway for your own creativity. I definitely recommend this book, especially for beginners.

There are color photos of each design, black and white charts, a stitch directory, instructions and finishing techniques. The 15 alphabets include: traditional, floral, Assisi, lower case and Victorian. There is a conversion chart of DMC to Anchor. The 40 designs in this book are inspiring and I am always looking for alphabets to stitch.

Original, well explained and a great source of inspiration! One wants to start stitching immediately, and looks for any excuse to do so.

This book is beautiful -- it could almost double as a coffee table book! The projects are suitable for all sorts of occasions and are all easily customizable. I highly recommend this book to any cross-stitcher, regardless of skill level -- it could keep you busy for the next two years!

Well, Brenda Keyes 1993 book is as classic as I'd hoped for. It is an Alphabet book that becomes a Sampler. Few other motifs are used but she does add some simple florals here and there which compliment the piece being worked beautifully. The focus is as stated. Her samplers are composed of alphabets; historical and contemporary. The diverse lettering itself is well worth the investment. And, her examples of bringing contemporary colors to the mix make the book as alive with possibilities for the next umpteen years as it is today. Brenda has the unique gift of presenting opportunities to make her designs your own and she has done it again in this book.