How to Cross Stitch

(Paperback)

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How to Cross Stitch is the perfect starting point for all those wanting to learn this rewarding and accessible craft. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of how to cross stitch. Each technique is clearly explained and accompanied by a stylish project to make, with clear step-by-step instructions. The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects means that no matter how little cross- stitch experience you have to start with, you'll soon be impressing friends and family with your new-found practical skills. AUTHOR: Sian Hamilton has been a designer for over twenty years and has a BA (Hons) in 3D Design. Sian has always loved to sew. Introduced to sewing by her grandmother, who was a seamstress, she started sewing clothes for herself in her teenage years and then progressed to making custom wedding dresses for clients in her early career. These days, sewing is her hobby as she is the editor of Making Jewellery magazine and the author of several books on jewelry making, including Flowers and Cats, available from GMC Publications. SELLING POINTS: . Projects include decorative buttons, coasters, cushion cover, greetings cards and purse . 10 projects to make with step-by-step instructions, illustrations and beautiful colour photography . Clearly explained projects help the reader put the skills into practice . A simple guide, aimed at providing complete beginners with the essentials to get them started

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"If you're looking for a new craft to try, this collection of 10 stylish cross stitch projects is designed with absolute beginners in mind, and will teach you all the basic techniques you need to create stunning and colourful designs. With little in the way of equipment needed to get started, cross stitch is a great extra technique to combine with your knitting. As well as beautiful gifts that would be perfect for new arrivals, such as the Jungle Trio of pictures and the Rainbow Heart, the book includes designs that would make great Christmas presents or decorations, such as the Snowy Buttons and the Stag's Head wall hanging. Beyond that the Bee Jewellery is really striking, the Phone Purse adorned with a Mexican-style skull is right on-trend and the cross-stitched Greetings Cards add a lovely personal touch to your note."

Author Bio

Sian Hamilton has been a designer for over twenty years and has a BA (Hons) in 3D Design. Sian has always loved to sew. Introduced to sewing by her grandmother, who was a seamstress, she started sewing clothes for herself in her teenage years and then progressed to making custom wedding dresses for clients in her early career. These days, sewing is her hobby as she is the editor of Making Jewellery magazine and the author of several books on jewelry making, including Flowers and Cats, available from GMC Publications.