Embroidery Handbook for Beginners - Catherine Guidicelli

Choice of canvas and thread, preparation of the fabric, transferring  pattern, working on a hoop, starting and finishing... All the essential techniques to have success as an embroidery beginner are explained here with easy-to-follow instructions.

Start by exploring the basic embroidery tools and materials you'll need, including hoops, fabrics, threads, needles, and finishing embellishments. Next, discover common stitches ad their variants, detailed with clear and precise diagrams drawn by the author. Learn advanced techniques like tapestry, punch needles, openwork embroidery, and smocking.