Design Your Own Cross Stitch : Shirley Watts H/B Book

Have you ever wished that you could take a particularly favourite pattern from a curtain fabric or a piece of china and create a cross stitch design which would complement it perfectly? It really is much easier than you think and Design Your Own Cross Stitch shows you how to achieve the best results.

Shirley Watts explains how you can take your inspiration from any of the decorative accents around your home and design something special to co-ordinate. Chapter by chapter, she chooses to work from a variety of sources such as kilims, china, tiles and stencils and explains the design techniques she uses in easy-to-follow steps. She also presents over twenty beautiful projects of her own, ranging from a cheerful sunflower trinket box to a striking bathroom mat, a fresh Delft-inspired apron to an elegant tablecloth.

Practical advice is given on techniques for designing and on how to use a wide selection of materials from Aida and linens to plastic canvas and silk gauze. Each project has a clear chart with a comprehensive list of the materials and threads required. There is also a section on basic stitches and techniques for those who want to brush up on their knowledge.

Design Your Own Cross Stitch will inspire you to see the potential for design all around your home and you will soon be cross-stitching pieces to reflect your own personal style.

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