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Subversive Cross Stitch: 33 Designs for Your Surly Side

by Julie Jackson

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In this wicked little book, Julie Jackson reinvents the age-old craft of cross-stitch, finally putting an end to all that saccharine sentimentalism and giving modern stitchers the chance to say what's really on their minds. Stitch up Bitch in Kitchen for a heartfelt housewarming gift. Spread cheer with the ever-festive Bite Me. Or whip up This Place Sucks for a cherished co-worker. This fully illustrated book includes 33 of Jackson's best patterns and easy-to-follow directions. Jackson outlines the simple tools and techniques needed and even offers encouragement and tips on how to create one-of-a-kind revolutionary designs from craft-store patterns with subversive sentiments all your own.

Synopsis:

In this wicked little book, Jackson reinvents the age-old craft of cross-stitch, finally putting an end to all that saccharine sentimentalism and giving modern stitchers the chance to say what's really on their minds. Includes 33 patterns.

About the Author

Julie Jackson's best-selling designs have been featured in the Washington Post, ReadyMade, and BUST. She is a native of Dallas, Texas, where she lives with her charming husband and menagerie of pets.

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Krista, April 10, 2006 (view all comments by Krista)
This book rocks! Definately not for the faint of heart or those who like to stitch cutesy whootsy crap. Whitty, catchy phrases that will make others do a double take. Easy to stitch with clear concise instructions and charts. Designs stitch up in hours versus days to be rewarded with great gifts.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780811853477
Subtitle:
33 Designs for Your Surly Side
Author:
Jackson, Julie
Photographer:
Milne, Bill
Author:
Jackson, Ellen
Author:
Jackson, Julie M.
Author:
Chronicle Books
Publisher:
Chronicle Books
Subject:
Reference
Subject:
Cross-Stitch
Subject:
Blessing and cursing
Subject:
Needlework - Cross-Stitch
Publication Date:
April 2006
Binding:
Hardcover
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
95
Dimensions:
7.36x7.20x.46 in. .71 lbs.

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