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Rare patterns created during the 1920's, 30's, and 40's by a legendary needlework designer offer a treasury of more than 100 delicate designs: 50 edgings, 40 medallions, 3 collars and yokes, 7 doilies, 3 luncheon sets, and 4 baby items. Step-by-step directions and sharply detailed photos allow even beginners to create keepsake treasures.
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La tradición del punto de cruz es muy antigua, pero aun así sigue siendo una de las técnicas de bordado más difundidas, ya que se adecua a distintas telas e hilados.
Gracias a su estilo claro y ameno y a la gran cantidad de ejemplos, con prácticos esquemas, usted aprenderá con gran rapidez los ejercicios básicos y obtendrá bellos resultados.
Y una vez dominada la técnica, usted podrá personalizar su cocina y su baño bordando los guantes...
3) Learn to Tat
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Learn the beautiful art of tatting with the step-by-step instructions presented in this book from American School of Needlework.
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¿Cómo resistir el encanto de uno de los puntos de bordado más apreciados? Presentamos algunos sencillos ejercicios para aprender a la perfección el arte del punto de cruz, aunque se carezca de experiencia en las labores de hilo y aguja. Aquí encontrará todas las indicaciones necesarias, siempre acompañadas de los esquemas, para realizar los mismos trabajos que una experta bordadora..
... y muchas ideas nuevas para los niños y para la casa,...
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Lace. Its Origin and History. Originally published in 1904. Many of the earliest books on weaving, textiles and needlework, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. The purpose of this book is to present to those whose relation to lace is primarily a commercial...
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Una deliciosa y entretenida afición que sólo requiere disponer de algunos materiales: tela, cintas, hilos, pegamento, alfileres y diferentes formas de poliéster para recubrir. Lo demás lo pone usted, siguiendo las indicaciones de esta guía, sencilla y clara.
En primer lugar se presentan y se explican diferentes técnicas: en alcachofa (con sus variantes), en penacho, en cordón y en incisión, todas sin aguja.
Siguiendo las instrucciones precisas...
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All manner of lace-making projects, hints and tips are included in this comprehensive compendium. Extensively illustrated with black and white drawings and diagrams. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
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¿Quién no ha visto nunca los divertidos escubidú, las trenzas de colores que se transforman en objetos únicos? Para que te diviertas solo o con los amigos. Este libro te guiará en la realización de tus pequeñas obras maestras: brazaletes, collares, anillos, llaveros, gomas para el pelo..Aquí encontrarás infinidad de modelos e ideas para todos los gustos que te permitirán elaborar personalizadas y extraordinarias creaciones. Una nueva forma...
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Make a statement each time you wear this stunning tatted jewelry. Shuttle tatting is an old craft and we make it easy in this book by showing beautiful color step-by-step photos, diagrams and written instructions. Included are 4 necklace & earring set designs, all using size 10 crochet thread and beads.
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Are you tired of sewing ill-fitting garments that don't flatter your shape? Would you like to finally get to the bottom of why what you sew never seems to fit?
Maybe you've mastered the basic pattern-making techniques and are ready to take your projects to the next level. Or, maybe you are looking for exciting new patterns to update your wardrobe. If so, then Intermediate Guide to Pattern Fitting and Alteration is for you.
Whether you're a beginner...
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Discover how to craft amazing knit pieces with your hook and impress your family and friends with this comprehensive guide to mastering the art of knittingHave you ever come across an amazing piece of knitwork and wondered if you'd ever be able to craft something that awesome? Have you ever seriously considered picking up knitting as a hobby, but had no idea how to get started?
Are you ready to discover a pain-free, easy way to master knitting skills...
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New and experienced knitters can try their hand at lace knitting-the style taking the yarn shops and runways by storm.
Lace knitting is not just for shawls or doilies! It can be sweet or sexy, depending on how much you choose to reveal. Lace trim adds flair to your jeans, and you can use shimmering crystal beads and satin ribbons within your pattern to add glamour and sparkle to a plain sweater or dress.
This fantastic book includes twenty-five...
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Are you tired of constantly buying new clothes when you become bored with your old garments, or when they become damaged?
Have you recently noticed that your favorite sweater or dress has started to show some signs of wear and tear, but you are reluctant to just throw it out?
Do you have a particular affinity to certain items of your wardrobe and you'll do anything to try and fix them or keep them looking sharp?
Are you looking to become more environmentally...
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A comprehensive guide to fine needlework techniques that imitate French hand sewing to add a special touch to children's clothes, wedding gowns and more.
The ultimate reference guides for needleworkers with amazing projects, detailed step-by-step instructions and stunning photographs. This best-selling series covering mainly embroidery but also sewing, knitting and crochet, was originally published by Country Bumpkin in Australia and has now been...
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"Whether you are looking for a classic shawl, chic evening wrap, or simple scarf pattern, this pattern book by Louisa Harding, one of the world's most influential designers, will inspire you to create beautiful hand-knitted garments. Knitters of all skill levels will value the simple and delicate stitch patterns, which result in surprisingly sophisticated styles. More advanced knitters will appreciate the projects that introduce more complicated techniques...
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If you want to get better at punch needling sitting at home, without paying $40+ every month for online courses, then read on...
Do you want to level up your punch needle skills?
Do you want to express your creativity and make your own designs?
Do you feel ready to share and sell your crafts, but can't find a place to do so?
If your answer is yes, then this book is for you!
Inside this book you'll discover:
• How to dye your own wool in 6 steps,...
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I used to struggle with getting good quilts, but when, I discovered this secret...
Have you been doing FMQ for some time but are still, afraid of messing up your quilts?
Are you looking to gain real confidence over your quilting skills?
Are you closed out at the registration for the FMQ class at your local quilt store, and want a way to get ahead of your quilting friends?
I, Beth Burns, will reveal to you my 4-step FMQ system for improving your...
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Quilting is an art where two layers of fiber will be brought together and have been practiced for ages, and I believe it will become easy for anyone who has been giving it a wide berth.
The many decorations that we see are a product of this art.
And since machines are being used, one needs to give it a stab and see how it evolves.
But since the process cannot be done without using hands, thread, or needles through the coordinated brain mechanisms,...
20) The ladies' hand book of fancy and ornamental work: directions and patterns from the Civil War era
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"This Civil War-era guide to crafting and handwork features 262 engraved patterns, drawn from English, French, and German sources. Directions and patterns for decorating collars, hair ornaments, cushions, purses, and other items encompass several techniques, from beadwork and braiding to crochet, knitting, and many varieties of lace work, and tatting"--
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