Weekend Makes: Hoop Embroidery: 25 Quick and Easy Projects to Make

Weekend Makes: Hoop Embroidery is a book that features 25 beautiful stitched embroideries that are mounted and hung in an embroidery hoop. It is inexpensive and quick to make, and perfect for using up remnants of fabric and embroidery thread, felt, buttons, and beads. The essential tools and techniques section means that those new to embroidery will be able to pick up a much-loved craft and create beautiful and simple pieces. Rosemary Drysdale, the author, is a global expert on black work embroidery and a teacher of many other advanced stitching techniques.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 07 September 2020
Publisher: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd

Weekend Makes: Hoop Embroidery is a captivating collection of 25 exquisitely stitched embroideries, meticulously mounted and displayed within an embroidery hoop. These charming and versatile creations are not only affordable and quick to craft, but also an excellent way to utilize remnants of fabric, embroidery thread, felt, buttons, and beads. The comprehensive essential tools and techniques section ensures that even beginners can embrace the art of embroidery and create stunning and uncomplicated pieces. Furthermore, the book delves into the process of finishing the back of the embroideries and provides guidance on how to hang them, making these simple projects accessible to individuals of all skill levels.

Rosemary Drysdale, the author of Weekend Makes: Hoop Embroidery, hails from the north of England. After pursuing textile design at Durham University, Rosemary relocated to the United States and embarked on a career as an embroidery designer. During the 1990s, she played a pivotal role in the cross-stitch craze, traveling the world to conduct workshops and deliver demonstrations. Rosemary is widely recognized as a global authority on black work embroidery and is also an accomplished teacher of numerous advanced stitching techniques. She currently resides in East Hampton, NY, with her husband.

Weekend Makes: Hoop Embroidery is accompanied by a stunning array of 50 photographs and 60 illustrations, further enhancing the visual appeal and guidance of this delightful craft book. Whether you're a seasoned embroiderer or a beginner seeking to explore the world of needlework, this collection offers endless possibilities for creativity and self-expression. So why wait? Unleash your inner artist and embark on a weekend of embroidery bliss with Weekend Makes: Hoop Embroidery!

Weight: 614g
Dimension: 217 x 275 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784945909