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Abstract Embroidery

Slow Stitching with Texture, Colour and Creativity
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Abstract Embroidery by Emily Botelho explores the vibrant world of embroidery as an art form, focusing on abstract designs that push creative boundaries. The book delves into unique techniques and inspirations behind innovative textile art, offering readers insight into the artistry and cultural significance of modern embroidery practices. It's a beautifully illustrated journey for enthusiasts of art and culture.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for the arts and appreciate the delicate craft of embroidery. It offers insight into the creative process of abstract embroidery, featuring inspiring techniques and patterns that can enrich your own artistic pursuits or simply enhance your appreciation for textile art.

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Abstract Embroidery

Highly textured and incredibly detailed embroidery pieces inspired by nature.

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Rich in texture and vibrant in colour, Emily Botelho's stunning abstract embroideries are works of art in thread and have earned her a worldwide following. In this, her first book, she showcases 12 beautiful projects inspired by three distinct environments: coastal, mountain, and urban.

She leads the reader through her unique creative process, from finding inspiration and creating bespoke fabric backgrounds to embellishing each embroidery with a diverse range of stitches, beads, and found items that capture a moment in time. Her use of intuitive, slow stitching and a vibrant palette, taken from sources as diverse as mossy rocks or peeling paint, make each of her pieces completely unique.

Filled with sumptuous photographs, creative insights, and helpful advice, along with an additional gallery section, Abstract Embroidery will inspire creative embroiderers of all abilities.

Emily (@salt_stitches) is a firm believer that you don't need to go far to be inspired and she encourages you to engage in close observation of the natural world on your doorstep, whether you have stitched before or not. Due to the abstract nature of the craft, there are no patterns to follow or step-by-step instructions. You decide when a piece is finished, which gives you complete freedom to explore the textures that you're working with. Every single piece will be unique, and that's the beauty of it!

A range of Emily's downloadable textures is available on Bookmarked Hub: www.bookmarkedhub.com

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The book is highly praised for its unique approach to abstract embroidery, drawing inspiration from coastal, mountain, and urban environments. Emily Botelho is lauded for her intuitive, slow stitching technique and vibrant colour palette. The projects are described as accessible, offering creative insights and guidance for embroiderers of all skill levels. Reviewers highlight the book's ability to inspire readers to see beauty in everyday surroundings and capture moments in time through diverse stitches and found objects.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800920965

Publisher: Search Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 December 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Search Press Ltd

Illustration: 300 Illustrations, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 222.0mm

Height: 222.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 144

About the Author

Emily Botelho, who works under the name Salt Stitches, formerly had a career in the fashion industry and turned to embroidery in 2018. She has built a substantial following, sharing and selling her hoop-based works on Instagram and via her website www.saltstitches.com. She teaches workshops all over the world, including the UK, US and Spain. In 2021, Emily emigrated to Canada where she stitches full time.

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