The Essential Embroidery Stitches Card Deck
by Betty Barnden
50 versatile stitches in a stylish card deck, perfect for on-the-go embroidery.
Unleash your creativity with 50 versatile stitches in a stylish on-the-go card deck. Perfect for on-the-go embroidery and the ideal gift for embroidery fans of all levels.
The perfect tool to help you select and create 50 useful embroidery stitches, this innovative card deck of inspiring designs can be easily slipped into your bag for on-the-go stitching.
The sturdy box contains a 16-page booklet packed with all the essential embroidery know-how you need to master the art of embroidery. From beginner tips to expert techniques, it's all there to support your creative journey. Also within are the 50 colourful cards, each showcasing an individual embroidery stitch. On the front of each 140 x 85mm (3.3 x 5.5 inch) card is a colour photograph of the finished stitch, accompanied by suggested uses and alternative names. When you're ready to dive into the details, simply flip the card over to reveal a clear illustration and step-by-step written instructions for that particular stitch.
With an extensive range of 50 stitches at your fingertips, this card deck opens up a world of creative possibilities. Whether you're a seasoned embroiderer seeking fresh inspiration or a beginner eager to expand your repertoire, this versatile card deck is the perfect gift to fuel your creative fire.
The deck’s contents has been expertly curated from the highly acclaimed publication, The Embroidery Stitch Bible by Betty Barnden, also available in print from Search Press. The book is ranked as one of the best hand embroidery books by the Textile Artist organization.
About the 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.
