Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than
Over 100 tatting designs from long-out-of-print thread company leaflets, ranging from tiny coasters to a checkerboard luncheon set, plus elegant collars, tracery patterns for doilies and luncheon mats
Baskets in Polynesia provides an overview of baskets made throughout central Polynesia from the time of early European contact to the present, observing and comparing regional similarities and differe
The perfect introduction to a Japanese sewing craft. Step-by-step instructions for stitching patterns inspired by natural motifs, including 60 traditional patterns, and suggestions for basic sewing p
Examines the history of the nation from the perspective of women and knitting, tracing the changes in day-to-day life and in women's roles in society from colonial times to the present.
It's easy to create a treasure chest of graceful accents with this elegant design collection. Twenty exquisite designs from noted needlecraft publisher and thread manufacturer include patterns for Fil
Patterns and detailed instructions for approximately 45 tatted projects — many with a Christmas theme. Designs for stand-up picture frame, edgings (Happy Talk, Crown, Grape, Merri-Go-Round), tree orna
In this fascinating study, Rozsika Parker traces a hidden history--the shifting notions of femininity and female social roles--by unraveling the history of embroidery from medieval times until today.
Abundantly illustrated index to traditional quilting patterns, with designs organized according to most prominent geometric configuration ? star (Blazing Sun), triangle (Birds in Air), circle (Pickle
Afull-maned lion, a seated giraffe, and many more — plus 12 animal border designs perfect for the needlework arts. Complete instructions for 50 delightful charted designs.
Rare patterns created during the 1920s, 30s and 40s by legendary needlework designer. Instructions for over 100 delicate designs: 50 edgings, 40 medallions, 3 collars and yokes, 7 doilies, 3 luncheon
Stories in Thread: Hmong Pictorial Embroideries focuses on the research, documentation, and presentation of embroidered and appliqued pictorial textiles produced by Michigan Hmong residents and their
Detailed step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations for 80 projects that add lovely accents to domestic items: elegant edgings, "Diamonds and Arrowheads" bedspread, "Enchantress" tablecloth, m
Over 85 items: mats, bookmarks, edgings, collars, medallions, more for intermediate and advanced tatters. Clearly photographed projects; detailed instructions.
Exhaustive, standard survey of baskets and their makers, from Alaska to South America. Describes uses — in defense and war, dress and adornment, fine art, preparing and serving food, gleaning and mill
Monarch, red admiral, swallowtail, many other species in lovely motifs for wall hangings, place mats, pillow covers, more. Concise instructions, charts, and color keys are included.
