New Cross Stitcher's Bible (Cross Stitch (David & Charles)) [Spiral-bound]

Jane Greenoff (Author)

Book Description

Series: Cross Stitch (David & Charles) | Publication Date: November 28, 2007

This is a completely new and revised edition of the best-selling "Cross Stitcher's Bible", from one of the world's favourite cross stitch designers, Jane Greenoff.This essential guide to cross stitch and other counted thread embroidery techniques includes an extensive illustrated stitch library.Inspiring new projects present exciting stitching challenges, ranging in size from cards to cushions. Versatile motifs and sampler picture designs are all clearly charted and can easily be adapted for other projects.This is the must-have, easy-to-follow companion for all cross stitchers to bring them up-to-date with the latest trends, techniques and materials.

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"'Packed full of essential information...invaluable...' Quick & Clever Cross Stitch 'An excellent reference book' Cross Stitch Collection"

About the Author

Jane Greenoff, managing director of the Cross Stitch Guild, is one of the most successful and popular cross stitch designers in the world, and the author of 15 books.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 224 pages
• Publisher: David & Charles (November 28, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0715325450
• ISBN-13: 978-0715325452
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #356,350 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing, November 19, 2009

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Dawn Whiteside "Dawnsy" (Everywhere.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: New Cross Stitcher's Bible (Cross Stitch (David & Charles)) (Spiral-bound)

This book was very appealing based on other descriptions given. I love cross stitching but am self taught through kits and my knowledge does not go that in depth. I've been TRYING to find books that will help me advance and give me more ideas and things to try. This book is great if you want to start other types of embroidery. It had some very beautiful samples and overall it was put together well. The only real pitfall I found was that out of the 200+ pages there was only a small section on types of different types of stiches and almost all of the samples were of everything BUT cross stitch done on Aida. MISLEADING, but good for the right audience... I guess.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Bang For Your Buck, February 3, 2010

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Port Wynn "Yankee" (PNW, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: New Cross Stitcher's Bible (Cross Stitch (David & Charles)) (Spiral-bound)

I now have a large library of Cross Stitch reference books but I thought that I would add this just to see. I am delighted that I did. It is a comprehensive look at cross stitch and other styles of needlework that compliment and add to cross stitch design. Many of the tips and techniques were unknown to me or skills I didn't possess as my focus was strictly cross stitch. I didn't realize until I looked at this book how limited my choices were and how simple it would be to enhance my pieces. I have learned so much just by scanning my copy. It may take practice to develop some of the skills but it's worth the time invested. The detail put into this book is exceptiomal. If you don't own one of these, get one. If you are a needleworker, you won't be sorry. I know that if I were stranded somewhere with just a few needlework items this would be one of the books I'd have by my side. Enjoy!!!

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely informative., June 13, 2008

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Linda Kay (Kansas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: New Cross Stitcher's Bible (Cross Stitch (David & Charles)) (Spiral-bound)

I found this book very informative. The how-to pictures are quite good. Another nice thing about this book is the super binding. It won't get worn out. I highly recommend this book for beginners and experts.