This gem of an embroidery book contains tools you'll need, how to transfer, embroidery care, how to stitch the design and more experienced advice!
Three patterns are included in the book: Bib, Pillow Slip, and a Receiving Blank.
The stitching techniques included are stem/outline, Rambler rose, backstitch, Split Backstitch, French Knot, Pinwheel Posie, Lazy Daisy, Fly Stitch, Granito, Leaf Stitch Granito, Seed Stitch, Basic Featherstitch, Old-Fashioned Double Featherstitching, Blanket Stitch, Padded Scallop Stitch, Chain stitch, Basic Bullion, Bullion Roses and Rosebuds, Bullion Button Flower, Looped Bullion Posy, Looped Daisy, Old Irish Rose, Bullion Daisy, Satin Stitch, Satin Dot, Padded Satin Flowers, Trailing Stitch or French Stem Stitch, Running Stitch, Fine Eyelet Embroidery - Basic Eyelet, Buttonhole Eyelet, Shaded Eyelet, Open Eyelet, Shadow Embroidery.
Flower initials, shadow embroidered initials, and several embroidery designs are all included.
This is a great beginner book, and a treasured keepsake for anyone wanting to try heirloom embroidery.