Rich, comprehensive treatment of an age-old craft includes fascinating history of the beautiful and distinctive art of blackwork, plus detailed discussions of technique and design. Clear, concise descriptions of stitches and equipment—needles, ground fabric, embroidery thread, and more—followed by suggestions for innovative patterns, many accompanied by close-up sketches of designs.
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25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
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A look at a popular form of needlework,
By Megan R McConnell (CHERMSIDE SOUTH, QLD Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Blackwork (Paperback)
Whenever an embroiderer asks "What book should I get to learn about historical blackwork", the answer is always "Blackwork by Mary Gostelow". This book is very well written, and whilst I do not agree with all her conclusions about what blackwork is - her reasoning is logical and she includes lovely pictures - both of historical and modern blackwork. I would have liked to see some more pictures of historical works (especially colour photos) - and would have liked her to address some popular misconceptions about blackwork. All in all - I really do love this book and it is one that I always recommend.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
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An excellent treatment of the subject,
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This review is from: Blackwork (Paperback)
I admit it. I'm scared of blackwork. But this book makes it seem not quite so intimidating. Lots of examples of it are included, in numerous b/w illustrations and photos of extant Tudor/Elizabethan work (there's modern stuff, too, but I'm not as interested in that). There are also instructions for doing blackwork, though the explanations are a bit hard to follow in places. Overall, this is the best treatment of the subject I've seen yet. As an acquaintance of mine has said, while it's still in print, get it! Or you may find yourself hunting for it when it's gone. I seriously don't know /any/ blackworkers who don't have this book.
16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
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A wonderful background,
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This review is from: Blackwork (Paperback)
This book provides a great basic overview of blackwork. The author covers the history of the art from the Tudor years to the present. I would have prefered a few more detailed pictures, but have otherwise am happy to have this as a reference in my library.
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