Small Scale Embroidery: In Cross Stitch and Other Techniques (Crafts) (Paperback)

~ Brenda Keyes (Author) "All the projects in this book, although not all worked in the same stitch, use counted needlework techniques, where the design is worked from a..." (more)
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'A beautifully produced book with wide appeal.' - Needlecraft 'Another winner' - Beautiful Stitches

Product Description

An inspiring collection of small-scale counted thread embroidery designs from best-selling author and designer Brenda Keyes. With designs that range from the modernist Yellow Birds to the Celtic-inspired Mythical Bird, and from traditional samplers to a jewel-like panel based on medieval stained glass, there are styles and subjects to suit every taste. And because these projects are small scale, they are perfect for trying out new techniques.

Most of the charted designs are worked as framed pictures and, because presentation of these exquisite miniatures is so important, great attention is paid to finishing and framing. All the designs are extremely versatile and there are ideas for adapting each project into a range of delightful gifts, including cards, pin cushions, pot lids, wall hangings, and bed linen borders.

Brenda Keyes runs her own highly successful design business, The Sampler Company, whose range of historically-based designs sell widely throughout Europe and the USA. Brenda Keyes is married with two children and lives in Prestwich, Manchester.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: North Light Books (February 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0715315900
• ISBN-13: 978-0715315903
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #771,078 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars delightful, August 25, 2008

By	Jane in Milwaukee "avid needlework book colle... (Milwaukee, WI USA) - See all my reviews

I got this book a while ago and never get tired of perusing it. It gives all us stitchers with full walls a new avenue for displaying projects: go small! These tiny treasures vary from simple one-color silhouettes to complicated samplers and pictures. They could be made full-size, if you wanted, but the sheer leap from the routine is very appealing. Brenda Keyes is a talented author. It's never risky to get a book she's written. Nice book to buy.