Learn the simplest embroidery stitches and techniques, and see the diverse ways the 150 motifs can be used. The motifs are accompanied by an abundance of easy-to-understand photos showing many different, creative approaches for embroidering them. The motifs are contemporary and modern, with a graphic aesthetic--not retro, kitschy, sentimental, or old-fashioned. They explore color, stitch variations, fabric grounds, thread types, scale, fills, and more. With Embroider Your Life, you'll find myriad ways to stitch up your world.