Book - CREATIVE TAPESTRY MADE EASY - Aiken & Wilson

80 paged hardcover book in good condition

This inspiring book introduces the reader to the exciting world of Creative Sewn Tapestry.

All the basics for getting started in Creative Tapestry are clearly covered and many of the questions students always ask are answered. This is not just another book of stitches but rather one that shows you not only how to do different stitches but also where to use them and what effects you can create. How to correctly use many of the exciting new threads now available is also covered as well as types of canvas, basic equipment, needle sizes and more. Detailed instructions and diagrams for the reader to follow.

CONTENTS:

MATERIALS USED IN CREATIVE TAPESTRY - Types of Canvas - Threads available and how to use them - Needle types and sizes - Frames and setting up a working space

GETTING STARTED - Lots of helpful hints - Answers to questions asked by students

THE STITCHES - Basic Creative Tapestry stitches shown on single and double weave canvas - How to stitch them - Where to use them - Threads to use and effects they will create

CREATIVE TAPESTRY PROJECTS - Wooden Pin Cushion with Tapestry Top - Floral Bell Pull - Decor Doorstop - Novelty Clowns for Children's Rooms - Autumn Leaves Tapestry Clock - Multi-textured Glasses Case

FINISHING TECHNIQUES - Hints on framing completed designs - Assembling the wooden base pin cushion - Making up the tapestry bell pull - Making up the decor doorstop - Framing a design in a Flexihoop - Assembling the tapestry clock - Making up the glasses case

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