Donna Kooler S Encyclopedia Of Sewing

"Donna Kooler's Encyclopedia of Sewing" is a must for everyone who sews, no matter what their skill level. In the elegant style of Kooler Design's four previous encyclopedias, these 240 pages are wonderfully filled with the history of sewing, basic techniques, custom details, quilting, home decor and embellishments. Also included are garment techniques with small-scale practice patterns, and 12 projects by top designers, with something for every skill level. Projects include a retro apron, mixed-media purse, simple skirt, embroidered quilt, and casual jacket, among others. Beautiful photography and easy-to-follow techniques make this a required addition to any sewing library.

Encyclopedia of Needlework, -This is the complete, authoritative guide to needlepoint, embroidery, and counted thread work. 15 projects.

Traces the history of knitting, describes the various tools and materials used, offers detailed how-to intructions for 164 different stitches and stitch patterns, and includes a variety of contemporary projects.

Here is the classic reference for all needleworkers, the one handy volume that covers all major types of stitchery and their techniques, tools, and materials. Over 1400 detailed illustrations showcase every basic stitch or knot and its variations, and the more than 1000 entries include bargello, crewel, crocheting, embroidering, knitting, macrame, needlepoint, rugmaking, sewing, and tatting. Book jacket.

With more than 1,000 alphabetized entries and 3,000 illustrations, this reference combines the convenience of a dictionary with the instructiveness of an encyclopedia to answer all your sewing questions. Covering a wide range of methods and problems, from basic garment construction to inserting zippers, this guide is essential for every home sewer.