Table of Contents
Dedication and Acknowledgments 2-3
A Passion for Embroidery 6
Stitching Techniques and Terminology 10
Four Styles of Embroidery
Using the Stitches Effectively
Stitching Glossary
Fabrics, Trims, and Laces 17
Choosing Your Materials
Sewing Basics
Tools and Gadgets
Embroidery Threads and Ribbons 25
Floss
Designer and Specialty flosses
Twisted Threads
Blended Threads
Metallic Threads
Silk Embroidery Ribbons
Designer and Specialty Ribbons
Storage
Taming Threads and Ribbons
Beads and Embellishments 32
Glass Beads
Beading Threads
Buttons Sequins
Charms
Shisha Mirrors
Embroidering with Confidence 41
Getting Started
Needles and Thread Lengths
Threading the Needle
That Knotty Issue
Working the Stitches
Tools and Gadgets
Traditional Embroidery 50
The Studies 51
Projects
Wisteria and Sunflowers Pillow 61
Vintage Redressed Wallhanging 67
Silk Ribbon Embroidery 73
The Stitches 74
Projects
Silk Roses Etui 85
Lovely Silk Gardens Wallhanging 90
Raised and Textured Embroidery 97
The Stitches 98
Projects
Floral Garden Jewelry Holder 111
Framed Lace Wallhanging 117
Bead Embroidery 123
The Stitches 124
Projects
Bitty Beaded Beauty Purse 135
Beautiful Beaded Blooms Wallhanging 143
Gallery 149
Resources 158
About the Author 159