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How to Cross Stitch

By Sian Hamilton
Series: How To
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How to Cross Stitch by Sian Hamilton provides an accessible and comprehensive guide to the art of cross-stitching. It covers everything from selecting the right materials to mastering various stitch techniques. The book includes a collection of beautiful patterns to inspire both beginners and experienced crafters, making it a perfect resource for honing your needlework skills.
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This book may appeal to you if you love exploring the creative world of needlework. It's perfect for anyone from beginners eager to learn the basics of cross-stitching to seasoned crafters looking to refine their skills with new techniques. The clear instructions and inspiring designs make it a delightful addition to your craft library.

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This is the perfect beginners guide to this rewarding and accessible craft of cross stitch.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

How to Cross Stitch is the perfect starting point for all those wanting to learn this rewarding and accessible craft. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of how to cross stitch. Each technique is clearly explained and accompanied by a stylish project to make, with clear step-by-step instructions.

The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects means that no matter how little cross-stitch experience you have to start with, you'll soon be impressing friends and family with your newfound practical skills.

Author: Sian Hamilton has been a designer for over twenty years and has a BA (Hons) in 3D Design. Sian has always loved to sew. Introduced to sewing by her grandmother, who was a seamstress, she started sewing clothes for herself in her teenage years and then progressed to making custom wedding dresses for clients in her early career. These days, sewing is her hobby as she is the editor of Making Jewellery magazine and the author of several books on jewellery making, including Flowers and Cats, available from GMC Publications.

Selling Points:

  • Projects include decorative buttons, coasters, cushion cover, greetings cards, and purse.
  • 10 projects to make with step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and beautiful colour photography.
  • Clearly explained projects help the reader put the skills into practice.
  • A simple guide, aimed at providing complete beginners with the essentials to get them started.

Series: How To

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How to Cross Stitch by Sian Hamilton is a beginner-friendly guide offering 10 stylish projects that introduce basic cross stitch techniques. The book is praised for its simplicity and versatility, providing projects such as decorative items and personal gifts, including designs suitable for different occasions. Reviewers highlight its appeal to beginners due to the minimal equipment needed and its ability to enhance other crafts like knitting.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781784945688

Publisher: GMC Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 April 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd

Illustration: 30 full-colour photographs, 80 illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 275.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 96

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About the Author

Sian Hamilton has been a designer for over twenty years and has a BA (Hons) in 3D Design. Sian has always loved to sew. Introduced to sewing by her grandmother, who was a seamstress, she started sewing clothes for herself in her teenage years and then progressed to making custom wedding dresses for clients in her early career. These days, sewing is her hobby as she is the editor of Making Jewellery magazine and the author of several books on jewelry making, including Flowers and Cats, available from GMC Publications.

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