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C063      Bargello Book

74P (hc)                 Frances Salter                     $30.00

Colour photos, charts and instructions accompany stunning Florentine designs.

C077      Bargello stars, shells and borders

177P(p)                 Josephine R. Paine             $49.00

From beginning Bargello to unique adaptations and variety including 3D projects.convenient resource appendix for all skill levels.

C080      Beautiful Bargello            

144P (h)                                Joyce Petschek                     $40.00

Truly a new look at bargello a technique that was developed in the 16th century Italy.  An extremely simple style to master consisting of established straight stitches repeated in different color sequences. This is a glorious guide that breathes new life into a centuries-old form of needlework.

C0102      Berlin Woolwork Beginner's Guide to

48P(p)                    Jane Alford                           $24.00

Canvas work patterns, originally printed in Berlin, inspired nineteenth-century embroiderers to create beautiful work.

C008      Bloomsbury Needlepoint

120P (hc)              Melinda Cross                     $35.00

Needlepoint patterns designed by the artists of Charleston provide a wealth of unusual patterns and projects - all in colour and graphed. Too, an interesting ‘read’ about this fascinating art group.

C072      Canvas Applique

30P (p)                   Ann Strite Kurz                    $19.00

The refinements of canvas applique presented in a variety of methods - mounting, padding, reverses applique, the use of kid and gauze, to mention a few.

C090 Canvas Embroidery Notebook: BACKGROUNDS

212P(p)                  Mindy English                      $72.00

This is the second in the series of continuing learning tools for the canvas embroiderer.

C071      Canvas Embroidery Notebook - Borders

330P (p)                                Mindy English                     $59.00

A manual of vertical and horizontal borders, include simple and complex, dozens represented, all graphed.

C069      Canvas Embroidery Notebook - Stitches

140P (p)                                Mindy English                     $66.00

Revised edition - ideal reference book, a real ‘learning tool’, 133 graphed stitches to expand your stitching capabilities.

C026      Canvas Work Encyclopedia

164P (p)                                Jane Zimmerman                 $40.00

Truly an encyclopedia; 580 stitch variations accompanied by text, plus technique tips - a professional publication.

C045      Canvas Work Stitches and Patterns

127P (p)                                Anchor                                   $11.00

A little gem - 48 stitches accompanied by full colour samples and countless design ideas.

C0106    Celtic Animal Charted Designs

48P(p)                    Ina Kliffen                            $13.00

Intricate interlacing and elaborate spirals, Celtic art has provided needlecrafters with countless motifs for use in varied projects.  This collection of charted designs incorporate the fascinating shapes of mythical Celtic creatures.

C042      Celtic Charted Designs

57P (p)                   Co Spinhowen                     $13.00

Adaptations of 300 Celtic motifs, suitable for canvas, counted thread, Assisi - from simple to complex.

C094 Celtic, Medieval and Tudor Wall Hangings

122P (p) Sandra Whitehead                              $30.00

Here is a superb collection of designs for wall hangings inspired by art and tapestry.These 1/12 scale designs taken from inspiration from our cultural heritage.These miniature tapestries are based on authentic designs from paintings, ecclesiastical records.

C064      Celtic Needlepoint

129P (hc)              Alice Starmore                     $40.00

Celtic treasures inspire 18 original needlepoint projects with clear, complete instructions and technique tips.

C093 Complete IDOT'S Guide to Needlework

235P (p)                 Mary Ann Young $28.00

Idiot-Proof tips and techniques to master embroidery and needlepoint.

C047      Decorative Victorian Needlework

168P (hc)              Elizabeth Bradley               $43.00

Historical background accompanies many varied colourful designs to duplicate or inspire - beautifully illustrated.

C085Decorative Victorian Needlework

168P (p)                                Elizabeth Bradley               $30.00

Soft cover version of the above mentioned book CO47.

C051      Diagonal Basketweave

82P (p)                   Davie Hyman                        $13.50

A must for beginners - marvelous teaching aid and helpful hints for the experienced.

C083      Dictionary of Canvas Work Stitches

200P (p)                by            Mary Rhodes                        $32.00

This book describes over 250 stitches with details in a concise text illustrated completed stitch.

C023      Erica Wilson’s Needlepoint

128P (hc)              Erica Wilson                        $42.00

Adaptation from art and objects in the Metropolitan Museum in New York. A broad range of projects (17) makes it appealing to all, excellent charts in colour.

C085      Even More Stitches for Effect

87P(p)    Suzanne Howren and Beth Robertson            $54.00

The third in the series by the author of Stitches for Effect, More Stitches for Effect and now Even More Stitches for Effect which now shows you new group of stitches and the effects that can be created.    

C052      Fruits of the Earth

119P (hc)              Hugh Ehrman                       $28.00

Magnificent colour - flowers and fruit presented in over 40 designs (with grid chart) by renowned artists.

C061      Glorafilia Impressionist Collection

160P (hc)Carole Lazarus & Jennifer Berman               $40.00

Twenty-one combined chart and artwork designs provide needlepoint projects inspired by French Impressionist painters; superb colour photographs throughout.

C039      Glorafilia Needlepoint Collection

192P (hc)Carole Lazarus & Jennifer Berman $42.00

Fresh, exciting ideas to expand your love of canvas work - a visual treat as well as a practical ‘how to’.

C048      Glorafilia The Venice Collection

160P (hc)Carole Lazarus & Jennifer Berman $44.00

View Venice through needlework eyes - delightful, informative text accompanies charts and artwork for needlepoint projects, many embellished with crewel.

C065      Glorafilia Miniature Needlepoint Collection

96P (hc) Carole Lazarus & Jennifer Berman$25.00

Inspired by collectibles - 16 charming, small projects, good colour charts and finishing instructions.

C002      House and Garden Samplers

119P (hc)              Mary Jenkins                        $34.00

From planning to completion, countless suggestions with particular attention to detail, all illustrations in colour.

C073      Liberated Canvas

63P (p)                   Penny Cornell                      $23.00

Varied canvas, varied threads, fabric and beads all combine for inspirational projects, all in one colour - good instructions and suggestions.

C074      Light ‘N Lacy

80P (p)                   Jean Hilton                           $33.00

For beginner and advanced, 36 delicate designs, well graphed for exposed canvas, colour suggestions and variations a plus.

C024      Marie Ritter's Canvas Patterns

106P(p)                 Marie Ritter                          $40.00

Stitch variations abound, a wonderful 'how to' with a difference, colourful projects for inspiration and clear, sizable graphs, all in an accessible ring binder.

C025      Marie Ritter's Canvas Patterns - Book 2

106P(p)                 Marie Ritter                          $40.00

Open canvas patterns are embellished with beads, metallics and a variety of yarns - over 90 clearly graphed.

C0103    More Miniature Oriental Rugs & Carpets

99(p)      Meik and Ian McNaughton               $22.00

These rug patterns are for the 1/12-scale dolls' house enthusiast. You will find rugs from Turkey, The Caucasus, Iran and Central Asia.   Full -colour stitching charts, a detailed list of the materials required are included.

C081      More Stitches for Effects

79P (p)   Suzanne Howren and Beth Robertson.$51.00

Second in the series hopefully will expand your stitch repertoire and introduce you to some new threads to add to your old favorites.

CO98     More Needlework Tips for the Novice and Expert

107P(p) Sandy Rogers                                       $64.00

A manual of proven methods to improve your needlework. 

C018      Miniature Needlepoint Rugs

40P (p)                   Susan McBaine                    $6.00

A delight for the dollhouse, 37 miniature adaptations of Oriental, Persian and American Indian designs.

C057      Needle Adventures -           Florentine Fantasy

6P (p)                     Loretta Spears                     $7.00

Traditional Bargello patterns for a sampler, and a special pattern for a box top.

C010      Needlepoint

159P(p)                 Jill Gordon                           $39.00

Glorious tapestry designs(20) vibrantly colourful with step by step guides and charts all showing the development of each from concept to completion.

C078      Needlepoint

128P(hc)               Anna Pearson                      $35.00

Versatile projects, large and small, (20) with historical background to tempt and challenge those with some experience.Colour illustrations accompany good, clear charts.

C0101    Needlepoint A foundation Course

137P(p)                 Sandra Hardy                      $26.00

Six elementary projects included, Seven more advanced projects, Part three of the book explores variations and experimentation.                                       

C021      Needlepoint Book

384P (p)                                Jo Ippolito Christensen     $40.00

Available once again - basic “must” for every canvas worker’s library - 300 stitches presented as inspiration for creative design.

C088      Needlepoint Stitches

62P (p)                   Jean Hilton                                           $41.00

The author’s own individual adaptation of stitches for canvas or evenweave fabric, sometimes tricky, always fascinating.

C086      Needlework Antique Flowers

168P (p)                                Elizabeth Bradley                               $30.00

Aneedlework book of antique flowers with over 25 charted designs.

C044      Needlework Designs for Miniature Projects

47P (p)                   Eileen Fork                           $6.00

Enhance your doll house with any of 64 delightful projects.

CO100   Needleworker's Companion

112P(p) Shay Pendry                                                         $33.00

Having taught for 25 years  Shay answers the questions her students have asked along with the kind of knowledge that they seek.  This companion also includes stitches themselves, complete with detailed instructions.

C029      Oriental Carpets in Miniature

119P (p)                                Frank M. Cooper                 $22.00

Tribal rug designs from Turkey, Caucasus and Iran have been reduced in scale and charted - each (24) having a brief description and background with colour photo.

C043      Oriental Collection

95P (hc)                 Shelley Faye Lazar             $34.00

Twenty striking colourful patterns provide a touch of the East - a brief history presented with each charted pattern and directions.

C066      Potpourri of Pattern

132P (p)                                Anne Strite-Kurz                  $31.50

Open patterning on canvas using individual or composite stitches - countless patterns inspire you to try your own variations - good diagrams.

C075      Puzzle

51P (p)                   Jean Hilton                           $30.00

A crazy quilt workshop in needlepoint, vary a master chart with diamonds, diagonals or triangles - a fun challenge.

C087      Puzzle Purse                                       

75P(p)                    Jean Hilton                           $33.00

A shoulder bag or an elegant clutch.

C034      Romantic Needlepoint

128P(hc)               Candace Bahouth               $44.00

The author takes love through the ages as her theme presenting delightful patterns (20).Fascinating test and graphed colour illustrations for all.

C092      Secrets of Needlepoint Technique & Stitches

129P(hc)               Dominique Siegler - Lathrop            $41.00

This is the proven method for making beautiful executed tapestries on both monofil and penelope canvas.Note 99 different stitches diagrammed and illustrated, principles of design among the subjects told in this book.

C067      Science of Canvas Embroidery

28P (p)                   Anna Strite-Kurz                 $9.00

The “how” and “why” of canvas techniques - a most informative and learning presentation.

C0105     Shading & Thread Blending Techniques for Needlepoint

93P(p)    Jane McKnight                                                    $27.00

Well illustrated with good graphs on the techniques of blending and shading on canvas.The shading information is arranged into practice exercises.A good source book.

C068      Show of Hands

125P (hc)              Janet McCaffery                  $35.00

Informative, illustrated text accompanies this unique use of hands as an artful motif - appropriate border patterns frame each.

C082      Stitches for Effects

65P (p)   Susanne Howren and Beth Robertson            $45.00

With the right thread and the right stitch you can bring a design into the next dimension.This books both give stitches and thread descriptions to assist the stitcher with her designs.

C099      Suzy's Surprise Stitches

172P(p) Suzy Murphy                                        $63.00

This book is filled with canvas stitches to delight the stitcher.  Well illustrated and good graphs. 

C058      Tapestry and Beadwork

128P (hc)              Julia Hickman                      $35.00

Wonderful, colourful canvas work projects and exciting decorative motifs for the more advanced, incorporating beadwork in some; superb colour photos enhance clear charts.

C038      Tapestry Collection

144P(hc)               Jill Gordon                           $38.00

The author/artist uses duplication within a design uniquely stitched to presentcolourful, varied project.

C089      The Hilton Sampler

64P (p)                   Jean Hilton                           $41.00

Just as the title suggests this is a "Sampler" but not in cross stitch.Throughout this sampler you will discover fascinating variations to favorite stitches.

C013      Unique Bargello

34P(p)                    Jean Hilton                           $42.00

Bargello with a difference - 11 exciting designs with colour suggestions and helpful hints.

C054      Victoria and Albert Needlepoint Collection

143P(hc)               Karen Elder                          $40.00

Designs from 4th - 19th century adapted from the V&A collection - 23 projects presented in colour with full instructions as well as an enlightening historical text.

C050      Your House in Needlepoint

94P(hc)                  Susan Higginson                 $29.00

Working the design, which stitches to use for varied effects and foreground detail - all well presented and numerous houses illustrated in colour.

C084      Victorian Needlepoint

112 P (p)               by Beth Russell                    $28.00

A fabulous collection of needlepoint designs based upon the work of William Morris, 25 projects with full-colour stitch-by-stitch charts.

C0107 Needlepoint Stitches and How to Use Them

111P(p)                 by Hope Hanley                   $22.00

Want to use some new  stitches in your needlepoint.  In this book you will find 101 decorative stitches with easy to used charts and a actual-size photograph for each one.

 


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