Customer Reviews

Heirlooms In Needlepoint: 50 Classic Original Designs

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This is the only needlpoint book I have ever bought that had more than one or two designs that were worth making. The Magic Carpet, Tunisian and Oriental designs are all stunning and the author offers suggestions for multiple uses and colour schemes. I can't wait to get started!

This was quite a surprise for the price. I am quite picky with my needlepoint books and what I bother to purchase. This was done differently than any other of them I own. Usually there is discussion for inspiration and the chart. The entire book may have the similar theme, page after page. This book by Sue Hawkins is really interesting in that it covers various themes- Tudor, Tunisian, Victorian, Shakespearian, Orient, 16th century, patchwork, and even a bargello. There are photographs of the items as usual, but often instead of only charting the needlepoint, there are actual full sized drawings to transfer to canvas easily so that is very neat I think! I bought this sight unseen- a dangerous practice indeed- but am very happy to own it.

This is a wonderful book. The patterns are interesting and you can make little pieces as well as big ones. The cover does not show what in my opinion are the best patterns in the book. The instructions are clear and what I have made has worked up exactly as shown.

I was very pleased with my purchase and got excellent service. My friend also was pleased since I gave it to her.