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Stitched in Scandinavia Karin Holmberg

Stitched in Scandinavia By Karin Holmberg

Stitched in Scandinavia by Karin Holmberg


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Stitched in Scandinavia Summary

Stitched in Scandinavia: 39 Contemporary Embroidery Projects by Karin Holmberg

Looking to add some originality to your wardrobe? Need the perfect finishing touch for a great vintage purchase? Stitched in Scandinavia provides everything you need to bring beautiful Scandinavian style to your home and clothing with unique stitch designs and style ideas, and thirty-nine projects for stitching on table linen, t-shirts, bags, hoodies, underwear, pillowcases and many more things besides! Inspired by Sweden's traditional embroidery heritage, Karin Holmberg creates fresh, contemporary designs that accentuate modern trends. Simple yet comprehensive instructions paired with beautifully shot photos will inspire your creativity. A helpful techniques section is included, with directions on how to work every stitch, and expert tricks to prepare embroiderers of any level to begin stitching. Stitched in Scandinavia provides the spark you need to begin updating your old favourite pieces into new fashion statements.

Stitched in Scandinavia Reviews

The author Karin Holmberg has drawn upon the rich tradition of embroidery in her native Sweden, inspired by its strong colours and age-old patterns ... Karin keeps her instructions simple and includes sections on techniques, fabrics and threads. Last but not least the beautifully shot photos show how traditional embroidery can make a fashion statement. * Embroidery *

About Karin Holmberg

Karin Holmberg studied textiles in Stockholm, where her degree show exhibition was greatly admired for its original work stitching traditional Scandinavian motifs onto clothes from H&M. Her work has been exhibited internationally in museums and design fairs. Karin is the new star in the Swedish craft world when it comes to stitching, and teaches embroidery courses and workshops in Stockholm. She also takes on private commissions.

Table of Contents

Foreword Swedish Embroidery Styles Projects Materials Tools Transferring Designs Embroidery Care and Techniques Embroidery School Designs Acknowledgements, Suppliers and Further Reading Index

Additional information

GOR006898715
9781408191941
1408191946
Stitched in Scandinavia: 39 Contemporary Embroidery Projects by Karin Holmberg
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
20130523
128
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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