The Essential Book of Embroidery Stitches - by Hiroko Kiyo (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Do you want to embroider? Are you looking for an embroidery book that explains everything from A to Z and teaches popular embroidery stitches? Are you an embroidery expert looking for a book on different techniques to improve your skills? In both cases, look no further: you have found it! The Essential Book of Embroidery Stitches is aptly named: you will find not only the explanations of the most common stitches in traditional embroidery, but also more complex techniques such as stumpwork. Atelier FIL, who is famous for beautiful embroidery, will introduce you the basic of hand embroidery. All stitches are introduced with step-by-step photos. You'll also learn the convenient tips of embroidery, 3D embroidery, and more.

About the Author

Hiroko Kiyo studied French embroidery for many years and founded Atelier Fil in 2004. She specialized in three-dimensional embroidery, regularly makes exhibitions, works as a lecturer at the Culture Center, and teaches in Yoyogi Uehara. She is the author of several books including Flower 3D Embroidery, Plump Cute 3D Embroidery, and Beautiful Flowers and Accessories Woven with Three-Dimensional Embroidery.