Mary Thomas's Embroidery Book - Paperback

Mary Thomas's Embroidery Book is a comprehensive guide to the art of embroidery written by Mary Thomas. The book covers a wide range of embroidery techniques, from basic stitches to more advanced techniques such as crewel embroidery and goldwork. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different type of embroidery. The first section covers the basics of embroidery, including materials, tools, and techniques. The second section covers traditional embroidery techniques such as cross-stitch, blackwork, and whitework. The third section covers more advanced techniques such as crewel embroidery, stumpwork, and goldwork. The book also includes detailed instructions for creating a variety of embroidery projects, including samplers, cushions, and wall hangings. With its clear and concise instructions and beautiful illustrations, Mary Thomas's Embroidery Book is an essential reference for anyone interested in the art of embroidery.1936. Partial Contents: Types of Embroidery: Appliqu�����; Assisi Cross Stitch; Black Work; Broderie Angalaise; Canvas Embroidery; Cords, Fringes, Tassels; Couching; Cross Stitch; Cut Work; Darning on Fabric; Double Running; Drawn Fabric; Drawn Thread; Florentine Embroidery; Hardanger; Initials and Monograms; Jacobean; Needleweaving; Net Embroidery; Patchwork; Quilting; Samplers; Smocking; Tapestry; Technical Hints.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.