Cross Stitch: The Essential Practical Collection

Name: Cross Stitch: The Essential Practical Collection
Author: https://www.simonandschuster.net/authors/Dorothy-Wood/242743273
ISBN: 9781844765546

A comprehensive guide to creative cross stitch, with over 150 gorgeous step-by-step designs in Celtic style, traditional style, folk art and contemporary style

By Dorothy Wood

LIST PRICE $24.99

About The Book

Author Dorothy Wood follows the history of cross stitch throughout Asia, Europe, and the Americas, and then amasses 150 highly original, decorative projects. Beginning with the rich motifs of the Celtic and Medieval eras, the book then moves on to the more formal cross stitch styles reminiscent of Victorian England. In the Folk Art section the simple patterns of the Shakers are juxtaposed with the bright ethnic designs of South America, Eastern Europe and Asia, while the Contemporary section highlights the bold modern motifs of the late twentieth century.

About The Author

Dorothy Wood

Dorothy Wood is a creative designer who trained to teach dressmaking and design technology before specializing in textiles and embroidery at Goldsmith’s College, London. She has since worked in a variety of craft media as well as patchwork, quilting, appliqué and embroidery. In addition to writing practical books on crafts, Dorothy works as a features writer and technical consultant for a number of craft and needlework magazines. Her other published works include Embroidered Greetings Cards (Search Press), Simple Glass Seed Beading (David & Charles), and Cross Stitch: The Essential Practical Collection.