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Embroidery Stitch Bible, The

Over 200 stitches photographed with easy-to-follow charts

Author Betty Barnden
Paperback (Flexibound)
$19.95 US
Search Press
7.25"W x 9.44"H x 0.85"D   | 29 oz | 16 per carton
On sale Sep 26, 2023 | 256 Pages | 9781782216025
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"This is one of my absolute favorite stitch dictionaries... It’s just a Great stitch dictionary to have on your shelf!" Mry Corbet. Needlenthread.com

Revision of a classic! Over 200 essential stitches for embroidery in a new and up-to-date edition of the original and immensely successful stitch bible, by bestselling author and needlework designer Betty Barnden.

Discover the timeless art of embroidery with the updated edition of The Stitch Bible by bestselling needlework expert Betty Barnden.

This essential guide is a treasure trove for hand sewers, offering over 200 versatile stitches—from foundational chains to intricate Florentine patterns. Each stitch is paired with clear, step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, and a photograph of the finished result, making it perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.

Packed with inspiration and practical tips, this beautifully illustrated book will help you master techniques and unleash your creativity. Explore the endless possibilities of needle and thread, and transform fabric into stunning, wearable works of art.
Mary Corbet, needlenthread.com
This is one of my absolute favorite stitch dictionaries. It’s really good! I love the layout of the book and the instructions. I like the clarity of the diagrams, I like the samples of the stitches, I like the various information about the stitches, including alternate names and so forth. I also like the way the stitches are categorized and the “visual” table of contents. It’s just a Great stitch dictionary to have on your shelf!
Betty Barnden is a freelance needlecraft designer who studied furniture design at the Royal College of Art (where she made her first tubular knitted chairs). Betty has designed knitting patterns for companies such as Sirdar, Patons, Jaeger and King Cole. Her knitwear, embroidery and crochet designs have appeared in many magazines over the years, and she has also designed embroidery projects and kits. Betty regularly contributes to Sewing World magazine.
Betty Barnden View titles by Betty Barnden
TABLE OF CONTENTS


Introduction
Stitch selector 
Embroidery essentials
The stitch collection
Stitches for fabric
Line stitches
Chain stitches
Blanket stitches
Crossed stitches
Feather stitches
Satin stitches
Couching stitches
Laid filling stitches
Detached stitches
Raised stitches
Woven stitches
Insertion stitches
Smocking stitches
Drawn thread stitches
Pulled stitches
Stitches for trimmings
Stitches for canvas
Diagonal stitches
Straight stitches
Crossing stitches
Composite stitches
Loop and pile stitches
Working practice
Counted thread techniques
Freestyle embroidery techniques
Canvaswork techniques
Finishing touches
Glossary, index and credits

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About

"This is one of my absolute favorite stitch dictionaries... It’s just a Great stitch dictionary to have on your shelf!" Mry Corbet. Needlenthread.com

Revision of a classic! Over 200 essential stitches for embroidery in a new and up-to-date edition of the original and immensely successful stitch bible, by bestselling author and needlework designer Betty Barnden.

Discover the timeless art of embroidery with the updated edition of The Stitch Bible by bestselling needlework expert Betty Barnden.

This essential guide is a treasure trove for hand sewers, offering over 200 versatile stitches—from foundational chains to intricate Florentine patterns. Each stitch is paired with clear, step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, and a photograph of the finished result, making it perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.

Packed with inspiration and practical tips, this beautifully illustrated book will help you master techniques and unleash your creativity. Explore the endless possibilities of needle and thread, and transform fabric into stunning, wearable works of art.

Praise

Mary Corbet, needlenthread.com
This is one of my absolute favorite stitch dictionaries. It’s really good! I love the layout of the book and the instructions. I like the clarity of the diagrams, I like the samples of the stitches, I like the various information about the stitches, including alternate names and so forth. I also like the way the stitches are categorized and the “visual” table of contents. It’s just a Great stitch dictionary to have on your shelf!

Author

Betty Barnden is a freelance needlecraft designer who studied furniture design at the Royal College of Art (where she made her first tubular knitted chairs). Betty has designed knitting patterns for companies such as Sirdar, Patons, Jaeger and King Cole. Her knitwear, embroidery and crochet designs have appeared in many magazines over the years, and she has also designed embroidery projects and kits. Betty regularly contributes to Sewing World magazine.
Betty Barnden View titles by Betty Barnden

Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS


Introduction
Stitch selector 
Embroidery essentials
The stitch collection
Stitches for fabric
Line stitches
Chain stitches
Blanket stitches
Crossed stitches
Feather stitches
Satin stitches
Couching stitches
Laid filling stitches
Detached stitches
Raised stitches
Woven stitches
Insertion stitches
Smocking stitches
Drawn thread stitches
Pulled stitches
Stitches for trimmings
Stitches for canvas
Diagonal stitches
Straight stitches
Crossing stitches
Composite stitches
Loop and pile stitches
Working practice
Counted thread techniques
Freestyle embroidery techniques
Canvaswork techniques
Finishing touches
Glossary, index and credits

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