Kids' Embroidery: Projects for Kids of All Ages (Hardcover)

by Kristin Nicholas (Author), John Gruen (Photographer)

Editorial Reviews

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Gr. 3-7. This splashy guide, crammed with photos of fashionably dressed crafters (including two boys), shows how "drawing with yarn" can add a funky personal touch to decor, clothes, and accessories. Nicholas opens with sample stitches on plastic mesh, then introduces more advanced, freestyle techniques; her own watercolor-and-ink diagrams make mastering even the whimsical "lazy daisy" a snap. Skill explanations are followed by a sophisticated-looking project, such as an attractive throw pillow. Patterns for enlarging conclude, but stitchers are also encouraged to design their own motifs. Nicholas' relies a lot on awkward cross-referencing, but that's a small inconvenience when weighed against the potential for fun. Jennifer Mattson
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Product Description
Kristin Nicholas knows kids, and she knows crafts. In Kids' Embroidery, she shows kids of all ages how to make 15 fun, colorful projects, including bags, pillows, lampshades, journal covers, scarves, pins, and patches.

Written for children of reading age and older, Kids' Embroidery presents the basics of needlepoint, cross-stitch, and freeform embroidery with clear, step-by-step instructions and bright, hand-painted illustrations. Intriguing sidebars explore such subjects as embroidery traditions around the world; how to host an embroidery party; and fancy stitches that can add an individual touch to almost any piece of clothing. John Gruen's crisp photographs of boys and girls happily crafting complete the upbeat, confidence-building tone of this delightful title.

Share Kids' Embroidery with young stitchers and, before you know it, they'll be chanting-with happiness and pride-"I made this all by myself!" AUTHOR BIO: KRISTIN NICHOLAS is the coauthor and illustrator of Knitting for Baby (STC). She is the former creative director of Classic Elite Yarns, and her crafts have been featured in many magazines and newspapers, including House and Garden, Country Home, and the Boston Globe.

JOHN GRUEN is a lifestyle photographer whose work has appeared in Martha Stewart Living, Country Home, Country Living, House & Garden, Food & Wine, and Parenting magazines. He lives in Connecticut with his wife and son.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams (September 14, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 158479366X
• ISBN-13: 978-1584793663
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 8.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #53,132 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Embroidery Book, November 24, 2004

By	Debbie S. (Brattleboro, VT) - See all my reviews

I recently purchased the how-to-book of Kids Embroidery, by Kristin Nicholas. It's terrific. The book is descriptive with step by step lessons on how to make an embroidery project. I have 3 girls, elementary school age that can follow the directions in the book. It's exciting to see the vivid photos of multi-cultural children in the book, as well as the illustrations of how-to's. I would recommend this embroidery book for anyone who'd like to give a gift to a child or adult, buy for themselves, or donate to a teacher's classroom for projects during school. This book will keep the kids busy for hours, and in the end, they'll have crafted a beautiful project as a gift or for themselves.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great projects for kids of all ages, November 20, 2004

By	Colleen Granahan - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The author seems to really "get" kids; the directions and illustrations make each step involved in the projects easy to follow. The projects highlighted make the book accesible for both brand new and more experienced needle workers. My children are enjoying the feeling of accomplishment and pride as they complete each project. I'm giving this book to lots of kids on my holiday shopping list--they'll love it!

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Fun Fun! And not just for kids..., November 22, 2004

By	brain - See all my reviews

I've been a fan of Kristen's work for years. Her knitting patterns are fun and beautiful, so imagine my delight when I stumbled upon this book! This easy-to-follow book offers instructions on all of the different stitches that can be used to make all of the different colorful, creative, and innovative patterns she has designed. I'm 35 and I'm set to try my hand at this cool craft!