Here is a celebration of colourful projects in surface embroidery celebrating the seasonal flowers and fruits of the English garden. The book combines surface techniques with traditional designs in an exciting way, producing depth and other realistic effects which will delight and instruct needlewomen of all levels of experience. Full instructions, working diagrams and colour illustrations are used to explain the projects, while a separate section on stitches and techniques provides additional support. AUTHOR: Carol Andrews is a creative embroideress and experienced teacher trained in botanical drawing. Her skills and talent for design are demonstrated in the stunning embroideries she and her pupils have worked for this book. SELLING POINTS: ?A colourful collection of fifteen projects in surface embroidery celebrating the English garden ?Aimed at embroiderers of all levels of experience ?Easy to follow and clear instructions for each project and a separate section on stitches and techniques ?Beautifully illustrated with 28 colour photos and 237 line drawings and artworks ILLUSTRATIONS: 28 colour photos 237 line drawings
