CRAFTY BOOKSHELF
Read on to find out our favourite new books for stitchers this month...
RETRO STITCHERY
BEVERLY MCCULLOUGH
[That Patchwork Place]
Learn new embroidery stitches to mix with the ones you know from cross stitch such as French knots and satin stitch. From beautiful florals to inspirational sayings to whimsical designs, Beverly McCullough of Flamingo Toes presents 12 stitched projects with easy stitch instructions, plus ways to finish your handiwork as homestyle makes, pictures or gifts such as hoop displays, pillows or zip bags, as well as custom clothing.
PULLED THREAD EMBROIDERY
MARIE HÉLÈNE JEANNEAU [Search Press] Out in paperback, traditionalists will love learning how to work ‘counted thread openwork’ or ‘drawn fabric embroidery’. A whitework technique which complements cross stitching, you can also use it on its own. There are over 240 designs included, such as delicate edgings for table linen, or beautiful designs for cushion covers, lampshades or purses. There are also clear instructions, stitch diagrams, charts and photos for every project.
BARBIE BOUTIQUE
ANNABEL BENILAN
[Search Press] A whizz at hand or machine sewing? Make your children and grandchildren’s day by whipping up some high-fashion outfits for their Barbies! This ocial book is a follow up to Sewing
Clothes for Barbie. You can create a whole wardrobe of clothes with 15 stylish outfits for Barbie and five outfits for Ken. Use your creations to transform Barbie into a princess, a prom queen, a figure skater or even a kigurumi character!