How to Embroider - Susie Johns

Techniques and Projects for the Complete Beginner

This is the perfect guide for the absolute beginner. If you've always fancied taking up embroidery but didn't know where to start, this is the book for you.

The basic techniques of this fun and creative craft re clearly explained and each one is accompanied by a stylish project to make, so that you can put your newly acquired knowledge into practice. Everything is described with the help of clear illustrations that will guide you every step of the way. You'll gradually learn different stitches and couching, then use them to make projects including a tea cosy, baby blanket, apron and needle case.

The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects mean that no matter how little embroidery experience you have to start with, you'll soon be impressing friends and family with your newfound practical skills.