Mini Masterpieces Cross-Stitch: Still Life - (Dover Crafts: Embroidery & Needlepoint) by Ana Gabriela Pico Villalpando (Paperback)

About the Book

Needleworkers of all skill levels can transform museum masterpieces into wonderful handmade keepsakes. Forty-five miniature cross-stitch patterns feature stunning replicas of Monet's Water Lilies, Renoir's Bouquet of Roses, Van Gogh's Sunflowers, and other fine works of art.

Book Synopsis

Stitch and create your own art gallery showcasing famous florals and other gorgeous still life paintings by some of the world's greatest artists. This beautiful collection of forty-five miniature cross-stitch patterns features stunning replicas of Matisse's Vase of Flowers in Front of the Window, Monet's Water Lilies, Renoir's Bouquet of Roses, Van Gogh's Sunflowers, and other fine works of art. Patterns are organized alphabetically by the artist's name, and each includes a detailed charted diagram with recommended DMC thread colors and a picture of the finished product. A how-to section titled "Never Stitched Before?" explains the basic techniques so that even beginners can learn to cross-stitch projects that are easy, fast, and fun to make! Needleworkers at every level of experience can transform best-loved museum masterpieces into wonderful handmade keepsakes that friends and family will cherish forever.

From the Back Cover

Stitch and create your own art gallery showcasing famous florals and other gorgeous still life paintings by some of the world's greatest artists.
This beautiful collection of forty-five miniature cross-stitch patterns features stunning replicas of Van Gogh's Sunflowers, Matisse's Vase of Flowers in Front of the Window, Monet's Water Lilies, Renoir's Bouquet of Roses, and other fine works of art. Patterns are organized alphabetically by the artist's name, and each includes a detailed charted diagram with recommended DMC thread colors and a picture of the finished product. A how-to section titled "Never Stitched Before?" explains the basic techniques so that even beginners can learn to cross-stitch easy, fast, and fun projects! Needleworkers at every level of experience can transform museum masterpieces into wonderful handmade keepsakes.

About the Author

Sisters Gaby and Ale launched their cross-stitch design company in 2016 and have since created thousands of patterns based on dozens of themes. Gaby converts the art into patterns and is located in Mexico with her husband and two children. Meanwhile, Ale selects which art pieces will be adapted and is based in Spain with her children, husband, and dog.