{"title":"Helen McCook","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our specially curated collection of works by the talented author Helen McCook. Renowned in the field of embroidery and textiles, McCook's publications offer a gateway into the intricate world of needlework, with a particular focus on the art of goldwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHelen McCook is celebrated for her comprehensive guides that merge traditional techniques with contemporary flair. As a contributor to the Royal School of Needlework's series, her books, such as the \u003cem\u003eRSN Essential Stitch Guides: Goldwork\u003c\/em\u003e, provide both novice and seasoned embroiderers with essential skills and inspiration. McCook's work stands out for its clarity, detailed illustrations, and step-by-step instructions, ensuring enthusiasts can master both the basics and more advanced techniques of this stunning craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an artist, craftsperson, or cultural enthusiast, exploring Helen McCook's collection is sure to enrich your understanding and appreciation of textile arts. Dive into her books and discover the elegance and precision that goldwork can bring to your creative projects.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rsn-essential-stitch-guides-goldwork-by-helen-mccook-9781800920170","title":"RSN Essential Stitch Guides: Goldwork","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA new, larger format edition of the classic reference work on goldwork embroidery by the Royal School of Needlework (RSN). The \u003cem\u003eEssential Stitch Guides\u003c\/em\u003e provide a set of definitive works on traditional embroidery techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by Helen McCook, a Graduate Apprentice, Tutor, and renowned embroiderer, this book begins with a historical account of goldwork. It then moves on to the materials and equipment required, framing up, how to transfer a design onto fabric, and how to start and finish a thread. The main section of the book covers all of the essential stitches and techniques through clear, step-by-step diagrams and photographs, coupled with beautiful, close-up photographs showing how they can be used in a finished piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll the key traditional techniques are included: couching, bricking, basketweave, cutwork, spangles, s-ing, pearl purl, plate, and kid. The book ends with beautiful and exquisitely-worked examples of how the techniques can be combined in finished pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe RSN teaches hand embroidery to the highest standard and is well respected all over the world. It not only upholds the traditions of English embroidery that go back many hundreds of years, but is constantly taking embroidery forward in new and innovative ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853949784300,"sku":"9781800920170","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5301793482829.jpg?v=1759227289"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/helen-mccook.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}