Stitch. Handmade Style

This paperback edition of Stitch. Handmade Style with designs by Penny Black, provides both novice and experienced needleworkers with 23 beautiful and practical projects. All are clearly explained and accompanied by step-by-step photos.

Stitch. Handmade Style explains the basics of counted-thread embroidery techniques and offers a range of projects for embellished garments, accessories and homewares.

Description

This paperback edition is published by Murdoch Books, 2007

Measurements

Book measures approx. Width 22cm x Height 24.5cm x Depth 1cm

Condition

This quality book is a very lightly used, preloved second hand embroidery book. The spine and pages are in an excellent condition. A wonderful gift idea. This book is no longer available as a new publication.

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