Ribbon Basics: All The Stitches & Techniques Of Silk Ribbon Work & Embroidery.
If normal embroidery thread and needles are difficult to maneuver, ribbon work might appeal. Hiney and Anckner combine talents and techniques to create 26 completely different projects, one for each letter of the alphabet. A few of the designs do stretch to match letters with specific plants and/or flowers, and a few finished pieces might seem a bit too crowded and cluttered. Nonetheless, this is a do-it-yourself introduction to a simple craft.
Appliqué artist Carol Armstrong delivers another irresistible treat for your needle! Cat lovers will adore these 14 wall-hanging projects showing true-to-life kitties at play and on the prowl in lovely garden settings. No templates are required—the author's fun, relaxed lightbox technique brings the appliqué process within reach for every quilter. Plus, it's easy to mix, match, and personalize designs to suit one's taste.