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Silks, Stitches, Beads and Cords
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This is a book about creating sumptuous embellished surfaces made by: collaging rich colourful silks, transparent organza and ribbons; stitching with embroidery threads and ribbons, knitting and other yarns; and adding further texture with raised embroidery, cords, metallic threads and beads. The method or process is to create an original soft textile by assembling layers of fabric as a background that is embellished with stitches, quilting, beads and cords. Within the 128 pages there are 28 amazing projects, all with full instructions for an exact reproduction, or ideas for using what is available, or combining techniques throughout the book to create a truly unique piece. Beautiful photography of finished pieces. A feast for the eyes and your creative spirit.

Author Biography:

Effie Mitrofanis is a researcher and tutor of creative and traditional hand embroidery. She exhibits and lectures regularly in Australia and internationally. She is the author of five books, Creative Canvas Embroidery, Tassels & Trimmings, Decorative Tassels and Cords and Casalguidi Style Linen Embroidery, and Needleweaving and Embroidery, published by Sally Milner Publishing in 2005. She is also a successful designer of embroidery kits. Effie has studied embroidery and needle lace in the U.K., Italy, Greece, China and India. She has an Associate Diploma of Fine Art, and Master of Visual & Performing Arts, focussing on the origin and evolution of needle lace. She has published numerous articles in the World of Embroidery, U.K. and magazines in Australia. She has a passionate interest in the art, pattern and texture of embroidery, its history, its makers and techniques.
Release date Australia
November 1st, 2009
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Audience
  • General (US: Trade)
Illustrations
144 Illustrations, color
Pages
144
Dimensions
212x280x9
ISBN-13
9781863514033
Product ID
3219943

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