The New Crewel: Exquisite Designs in Contemporary Embroidery (Paperback)

by Katherine Shaughnessy (Author)

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One look at these pages and you know that this isn't your grandmother's crewel, but a hip, contemporary update that will have everyone reaching for a needle and thread. And these projects are easy, too, because crewel has no counting, no grids, and no cross-stitch--just beautiful free-form embroidery. Dive right in, guided by a basics chapter that explains how to do the different stitches, ranging from French knots to laid filling. Novices will swiftly move on to the 30 practice designs, all accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams, and a dozen lovely projects. Make a card or keepsake scrapbook embellished with stitched motifs, colorful totes, table runners, and an elegant tryptich.

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Product Details Paperback: 112 pages Publisher: Lark Books; illustrated edition edition (November 1, 2005) Language: English ISBN-10: 157990680X ISBN-13: 978-1579906801 Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 8.9 x 0.5 inches Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #64,041 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in this category: (What's this?) #29 in  Books > Home & Garden > Crafts & Hobbies > Embroidery

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 34 of 37 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Updates an old craft with GREAT new patterns and designs!, November 3, 2005 By  Sharilyn Miller (California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    Crewelwork embroidery dates back to the 17th century, but in this updated text it enters the new millennium with style. Author Katherine Shaughnessy shares not only her expertise with the craft - which she has been practicing since age 5 - but also her fresh and innovative designs and approaches to traditional embroidery. You'll find chapters on the history of embroidery, an in-depth discussion of tools and materials, a gallery of 16 stitches, and 30 original designs that came directly from the artist's sketchbook. I love her modern motifs: falling snow, ruby shoots, snowshoes, moon rock, hip squares, puzzle piece, little crown, and more. New stitches lead to new projects: greeting cards, journal covers, framed art, fabric ornaments, pillow covers, embroidered jeans, and much more. 17 of 17 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars The New Crewel is just one better than the average fair, January 9, 2006 By  Heidi-Daryl Waterston "Independent American B... (America) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    Wow!!! The word "Exquisite" just barely describe just how beautiful this book is and inspiring! It walked crewel out of the past and into the 21st Century - Thank you! The stitches are well described and shown. The patterns are innovative and jump started even my beginner's mind to creat a brand new pattern. If there is anything wrong with this book it simply isn't big enough and leaves you hungry for more. I ended up buying 5 more books on the topic! Have Fun! 11 of 12 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful...and informative!, January 3, 2006 By  L. Fisk "laffinghippo" (brooklyn, ny) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    this book is just beautiful, and that's not the best part. her illustrations on how to make the stitches and directions are so incredibly clear. i have too many craft books at home that while have great ideas (and pretty pictures), they have terrible instructions. the new crewel is certainly not one of them. i went out and purchased crewel wool just a day after getting the book for christmas! i can't wait to get started!		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 4.0 out of 5 stars unique approach The modern colors, designs, and projects in this book are particularly appropriate for encouraging young people to explore needle arts. Read more Published 3 months ago by C. Walsh 5.0 out of 5 stars Love it! Hip, new designs for the modern needle gals. Fun projects, good directions, bright photos. Really helps you think outside the old crewel box for new projects and ideas. Published 4 months ago by Beth 5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely designs clearly presented These elegant and imaginative designs breathe fresh air into an old art form. The book is well laid out and clearly written. Read more Published 6 months ago by design guy 5.0 out of 5 stars Crewel Rocks! I really like this book because it isn't filled with patterns of Thomas Kincade-like images. It is fresh and modern, with great ideas for projects and good instructions for... Read more Published 14 months ago by Mamiedale 5.0 out of 5 stars Something for everyone! In this book, simplicity meets innovativeness. That is why this book is has something for everyone regardless of how much you have embroidered before. Read more Published 15 months ago by Merete Hvalshagen 5.0 out of 5 stars Renew your desire to create works of art with thread In my youth, I used enjoy doing embroidery projects, but grew bored with the typical imagery associated with the techniques involved (pillowcases and linen dishtowels - ugh). Read more Published 16 months ago by CLG 5.0 out of 5 stars Fun, Quick Projects I loved this book with its quirky designs. I was a bit afraid of crewel work until I read this book; it's easy & fun. Read more Published 16 months ago by Ellen Glenn 5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite book! This is absolutely my favorite crewel book! Katherine Shaugnessy has taken crewel to a new level that works with the modern as well as the traditional home decor. Read more Published 22 months ago by Linda Sheridan 5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, Just Beautiful I love this book - with Katherine's instructions, it was very easy for me to learn how to make beautiful crewel artwork. Read more Published 23 months ago by allygmail 5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenol Book! I LOVE THIS BOOK! It's full of fabulously funky projects, great color suggestions, and very simple instructions and patterns. Read more Published 23 months ago by K. Gadd Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Lark Books; illustrated edition edition (November 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 157990680X
• ISBN-13: 978-1579906801
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 8.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #64,041 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

34 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Updates an old craft with GREAT new patterns and designs!, November 3, 2005

By	Sharilyn Miller (California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Crewelwork embroidery dates back to the 17th century, but in this updated text it enters the new millennium with style. Author Katherine Shaughnessy shares not only her expertise with the craft - which she has been practicing since age 5 - but also her fresh and innovative designs and approaches to traditional embroidery.
You'll find chapters on the history of embroidery, an in-depth discussion of tools and materials, a gallery of 16 stitches, and 30 original designs that came directly from the artist's sketchbook. I love her modern motifs: falling snow, ruby shoots, snowshoes, moon rock, hip squares, puzzle piece, little crown, and more.
New stitches lead to new projects: greeting cards, journal covers, framed art, fabric ornaments, pillow covers, embroidered jeans, and much more.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The New Crewel is just one better than the average fair, January 9, 2006

By	Heidi-Daryl Waterston "Independent American B... (America) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Wow!!! The word "Exquisite" just barely describe just how beautiful this book is and inspiring! It walked crewel out of the past and into the 21st Century - Thank you!
The stitches are well described and shown. The patterns are innovative and jump started even my beginner's mind to creat a brand new pattern.
If there is anything wrong with this book it simply isn't big enough and leaves you hungry for more. I ended up buying 5 more books on the topic!
Have Fun!

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful...and informative!, January 3, 2006

By	L. Fisk "laffinghippo" (brooklyn, ny) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

this book is just beautiful, and that's not the best part. her illustrations on how to make the stitches and directions are so incredibly clear. i have too many craft books at home that while have great ideas (and pretty pictures), they have terrible instructions. the new crewel is certainly not one of them. i went out and purchased crewel wool just a day after getting the book for christmas! i can't wait to get started!