Synopses & Reviews
Over 30 Unique Designs for Those You Love
-- A variety of small and large gifts for all occasions for adults and children
-- Easy-to-follow designs for all levels of expertise
-- Step-by-step instructions and charts for every project
-- Uniquely original projects embellished with extra embroidery, handmade tassels, buttons, beadwork and quilting
Written by Dorothea Hall, an internationally popular cross stitch expert
Synopsis
An inspiring collection of more than 30 unique keepsake gift designs for sachets, birth sampler, stuffed animals, greeting cards, friendship bracelet, initialed bookmark, and more.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 158) and index.
About the Author
Dorothea Hall is an internationally-known author of books and magazine articles on crafts and interior design. She has taught and lectured on arts and crafts, and also lectures on her wallpaper and textile design work. Her Storey books include Cross Stitch and Inspiration in Cross Stitch, and more of her best-sellers are titled The Cross Stitch and Sampler Book, Cross Stitch for the Home, and Quick and Easy Cross Stitch. Dorothea is a frequent traveller and collector of ethnic textiles and artifacts. She lives in Great Britain.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Chapter One: FOR THE HOME
Sweet-smelling Sachets
Nightgown Sachet
Knitting Basket
Blue and White Cushion
Linen Bag
Window Shade Pull
Shelf Edging
Place Mat
Napkin Rings
Tartan Cushion
Primitive Painting
Chapter Two: FOR CHILDREN
Birth Sampler
Stuffed Animals
Alphabet Book
Doll's Cradle Quilt and Pillow
Child's Pillow
Chapter Three: SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS
Greeting Card Picture
Greeting Card Sachet
New Baby Greeting Card
Needlework
Sewing Bag with Pockets
Friendship Bracelets
Playing Cards Wallet
Initialed Bookmark
Pincushion
ALPHABETS
MATERIALS AND SKILLS
Suppliers
Index