Silk Ribbon Embroidery: Designs & Techniques (Paperback)

by Ann Cox (Author)
Key Phrases: centre ribbon stitch, gathering stitch diagram, right ribbon stitch, Threads Green, Blue Pearl, Mid Blue (more...)

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"If you have never seen silk ribbon embroidery before you are in for a surprise."  —Cake Craft & Decoration

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Over a hundred photographs demonstrate the techniques and clearly illustrate how to make roses, hollyhocks, geraniums, Canterbury bells, fuschias, lilies, irises, poppies, primulas, Chinese lanterns, and much more. Backgrounds can be painted to add perspective and interest to garden scenes, and to enhance still life arrangements. You can also learn how to colour ribbons and to create stems, branches, tree trunks, grasses and containers. From tiny buds and leaves to stunning bouquets of flowers and landscapes, this practical, easy-to-follow guide is packed with inspirational ideas and practical information.

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Product Details Paperback: 80 pages Publisher: Search Press (July 1, 2002) Language: English ISBN-10: 0855329483 ISBN-13: 978-0855329488 Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #44,946 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in these categories: (What's this?) #1 in  Books > Home & Garden > Crafts & Hobbies > Ribbons #31 in  Books > Home & Garden > Crafts & Hobbies > Embroidery #56 in  Books > Home & Garden > Crafts & Hobbies > Needlework

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centre ribbon stitch, gathering stitch diagram, right ribbon stitch, left ribbon stitch, straight stitch bud, delph blue, moss green ribbon, toning thread, straight stitch stem, stab stitch, ribbon stitches, mid pink, stranded thread, silk paints, bright pink ribbon, cream ribbon, mauve ribbon, second needle, lazy daisy stitch, top petals, straight stitches, gathering thread, gathering stitches, deep moss, flower centre

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• Silk Ribbon Greetings Cards (Greetings Cards series) by Ann Cox in Front Matter

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 52 of 52 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Beginner's Book!, January 28, 2002 By  Janis Becker (Machias, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: Beginner's Guide to Silk Ribbon Embroidery (Paperback) This book will give you every bit of information you'll need to get started in silk ribbon embroidery. The step-by-step instructions and pictures are nearly as good as having a personal instructor! I was amazed by the amount of information packed into this thin book. You'll be able to make dozens of different types of stitches with the information you find here. This book is well planned and (surprisingly) covers even such details as painting in a background for your work! Worth every penny you pay for this book! 50 of 51 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars Great for beginners, November 2, 2001 By  Eve Butterly (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: Beginner's Guide to Silk Ribbon Embroidery (Paperback) I would recommend this book for someone who has never done any ribbon embroidery at all. If you've done even a couple small projects, this might be too rudimentary for you. It has detailed photos and directions for 4 main stitches and photos of about 60 different flowers. (this seems like a lot, but it really isn't.) It also touches on stenciling and painting backgrounds, and matting and framing, which is novel. Only a few flowers have step-by-step instructions, but the rest aren't too hard to figure out from the detailed pictures. There are only a handful of project patterns included-- although those are very clear and easy to understand. Experienced sewers looking for something beyond the basics should choose another book. 36 of 36 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Great Visual Guide for Beginners, January 14, 2005 By  Carolyn Glass "Cabbie G" (Wenatchee, WA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: Beginner's Guide to Silk Ribbon Embroidery (Paperback) This is a wonderful book if you're looking for a visual guide to help you get started. I had never done silk ribbon embroidery before, but I was easily able to create beautiful roses, leaves and stems. The many full color photos are taken very close up so you can really see each step clearly. After you've made a few petals and leaves, you'll see how easy it is to create stunningly beautiful embroideries using only a few, simple stitches. You'll also learn how to paint a background, and how to mount and frame your work.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice book I was wanting to learn ribbon embroidery and this book was exactly what I was looking for. Lots of information along with excellently written and photographed directions. Read more Published 15 days ago by Patricia Johnson 5.0 out of 5 stars Everything you need to know for silk ribbon embroidery! Fabulous book! The only one I need to do silk ribbon embroidery. It is so full of information and easy to use. The book is constructed to stay open and flat while using it. Read more Published 17 days ago by E. Klick 5.0 out of 5 stars Beginner's Guide to Silk Embroidery by Ann Cox This book is very helpful in learning the techniques to silk ribbon embroidery. It has a lot of different flowers to learn not just a few and I like that, it is also easy to... Read more Published 10 months ago by Karen Lisk 4.0 out of 5 stars Good Ribbon Embroidery Guide This is a great book for beginners. I have not had the chance to really do a project yet, but from what I see in the book, I shall have no problem when I can get started. Read more Published 12 months ago by E. Nolfe 5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for use with crazy quilts and general embroidery I purchased both of Ann Cox's books on silk ribbon embroidery. Beautiful books, they both offer clear instructions and beautiful photography. I'm hooked! Read more Published 15 months ago by hampscarecrow 5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific Embroidery Book! Concisely written, excellent photography. If you are continuing on past the beginner book, this one takes you to the next level. Highly recommended. Published 23 months ago by A. Boyer 5.0 out of 5 stars Great book This book is a wonderful starter book for someone who is just learning ribbon embroidery. It gives great illustrations for the stitches and wonderful pictures of projects. Read more Published on February 21, 2007 by Priscilla Holtzapple 5.0 out of 5 stars the lady knows her stuff I enjoyed looking at all Ann Cox's designs and easy to follow instructions. I bought her book for beginners, and this is easy to follow as well, with beautiful and inspiring... Read more Published on September 20, 2005 by S. Hoben 5.0 out of 5 stars Great book It's great book fror everybody. Explanes the tecniques well. Illustrations are helps to create. With a little help of your imagination you can create perfect flowers with Silk... Read more Published on April 11, 2001 by aysino Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 80 pages
• Publisher: Search Press (July 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0855329483
• ISBN-13: 978-0855329488
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #44,946 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

52 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Beginner's Book!, January 28, 2002

By	Janis Becker (Machias, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Beginner's Guide to Silk Ribbon Embroidery (Paperback)

This book will give you every bit of information you'll need to get started in silk ribbon embroidery. The step-by-step instructions and pictures are nearly as good as having a personal instructor! I was amazed by the amount of information packed into this thin book. You'll be able to make dozens of different types of stitches with the information you find here. This book is well planned and (surprisingly) covers even such details as painting in a background for your work! Worth every penny you pay for this book!

50 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for beginners, November 2, 2001

By	Eve Butterly (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Beginner's Guide to Silk Ribbon Embroidery (Paperback)

I would recommend this book for someone who has never done any ribbon embroidery at all. If you've done even a couple small projects, this might be too rudimentary for you. It has detailed photos and directions for 4 main stitches and photos of about 60 different flowers. (this seems like a lot, but it really isn't.) It also touches on stenciling and painting backgrounds, and matting and framing, which is novel. Only a few flowers have step-by-step instructions, but the rest aren't too hard to figure out from the detailed pictures. There are only a handful of project patterns included-- although those are very clear and easy to understand. Experienced sewers looking for something beyond the basics should choose another book.

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Visual Guide for Beginners, January 14, 2005

By	Carolyn Glass "Cabbie G" (Wenatchee, WA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Beginner's Guide to Silk Ribbon Embroidery (Paperback)

This is a wonderful book if you're looking for a visual guide to help you get started. I had never done silk ribbon embroidery before, but I was easily able to create beautiful roses, leaves and stems. The many full color photos are taken very close up so you can really see each step clearly. After you've made a few petals and leaves, you'll see how easy it is to create stunningly beautiful embroideries using only a few, simple stitches. You'll also learn how to paint a background, and how to mount and frame your work.