A review quote on the front of this book reads, “A fun, practical guide for anyone wanting to reduce fashion waste.” I couldn’t put it any better myself, that’s exactly what this fabulously colourful inspiring book is. It encourages you to bring your old clothes back to life instead of throwing them in the bin and running out to buy new things.
The sub title of this book is ‘Stitches, techniques and over 140 exquisite designs’ so it’s jam packed with pulled thread pleasure. Pulled thread embroidery is a technique which involves sewing thread to pull on the threads of the fabric you are using, allowing you to produce beautiful designs without cutting or removing anything.
Welcome to another Tooled Up column where we aim to give you reviews of fun products from all over the crafty world. Today we review the scrumptious Sweet ‘n Sharp Macaron from Clover.
Welcome to another Tooled Up column where we aim to give you reviews of fun products from all over the crafty world. Today we review the Stitch Dome from Clover.
A softback publication, Stitchcraft is both macabre and enticing; floral with an eerie edge. It is image led, relying on a sublime portrayal of images to catch our eye. The author Gayla Partridge uses her knowledge of the human form to create a unique book which seems to marry our curiosity with a timeless Halloween theme. From snakes to bones – just don’t try stitching this one in the dark!
Jo Burgess reviews two types of punch needles from Milward. Whether you want traditional wooden or more modern plastic punch needles, we’ve got the information you need!
Welcome to another Tooled Up column where we aim to give you reviews of fun products from all over the crafty world. Today we review some Italian hand dyed threads by Romy’s Creations.
Colorful Stitchery: 65 Embroidery Projects to Personalize Your Home by Kristin Nicholas is a great book for anyone who wants to embellish their home decor with needlework. The book has a great variety of embroidery based projects and with illustrations for every stitch, this is a perfect guide for the hands-on homemaker.
Crewel Embroidery: 7 Enchanting Designs Inspired By Fairy Tales by Tatiana Popova will teach you how to create magical scenes using the traditional technique of crewel work. It’s a fun way to breathe new life into an old art form.
Bargello Stitch: A Pattern Directory for Dramatic Needlepoint by Laura and Lynsey Angell is a must-have book for anyone with an interest in bargello. Packed with colourful designs, detailed instructions and great photography, it will inspire you to bust out bounties of bold coloured bargello!
Anne Kelly’s Textile Travels takes us on journeys to places we may never get to visit ourselves, whilst encouraging us to look at what is around us. The whole publication is well illustrated and showcases the work of many artists as well as Kelly’s own offerings; making for a balanced, practical guide.
Modern Kogin by Boutique-Sha will introduce you to the needlework technique of Kogin with a well thought out selection of skills and 25 inspiring projects you can make. There is inspiration in it for sewing enthusiasts of all levels.
