Mountmellick Work

Download or read book Traditional Irish Embroidery written by Sandra Counahan and published by Mercier Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first how-to book for traditional Irish Embroidery

Download or read book Mountmellick Embroidery written by Yvette Stanton and published by Bowtie; Manning Partnership. This book was released on 2008-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mountmellick embroidery: its history and style, how to make it, projects to make.

Download or read book Mountmellick Work written by Jane Houston-Almqvist and published by Colin Smythe Limited. This book was released on 1996 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mountmellick work is probably the best known style of Irish white embroidery. The richly decorative patterns of thick cotton thread depict natural forms, especially the abundant flora of the area. Although the practice has declined, the old paper pattern

Download or read book Beginner's Guide to Mountmellick Embroidery written by Pat Trott and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The embroidery is traditionally worked on close-woven cotton with cotton thread and it has a great elegance. Flowing floral patterns intertwine with stems and leaves, the smooth satin stitches contrasting wonderfully with the padded, knotted stitchery and untextured background. These natural designs are often fairly large and the sculptured patterns have an appealing bold quality, which is enhanced by the absence of colour and the addition of knitted fringed fringes. Pat Trott explains all the techniques with clear step-by-step photography and inspiring easy-to-follow projects. This book will be welcomed by beginners and also embroiderers of all skill levels.

Download or read book A–Z of Whitework written by Country Bumpkin and published by SearchPress+ORM. This book was released on 2015-03-09 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate resource for needlecrafters on using these traditional, timelessly appealing embroidery techniques. In whitework, the texture of the stitchery, whether it be delicate or bold, creates the beauty and interest. In this book, over 1,000 step-by-step photos illustrate the creation of this beautiful, traditional white-on-white embroidery that has inspired needlecrafters for centuries. Encompassing candlewicking, Mountmellick, cut work, appliqué, shadow work and net embroidery, this comprehensive guide in the popular A-Z series includes many useful tips and fascinating historical information.

Download or read book Portuguese Whitework written by Yvette Stanton and published by Vetty. This book was released on 2012 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Features needlework from Guimaraes in northern Portugal. This title helps you to learn all you need to know to create your own masterpieces and heirlooms with the step-by-step instructions. It includes a range of projects, large and small, for beginners through to advanced stitchers.

Download or read book Home Needlework Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1912 with total page 886 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: