{"product_id":"xstitch-by-s-fordham-9781861089069","title":"X–Stitch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eX–Stitch\u003c\/em\u003e is a contemporary cross-stitch design and project book offering a refreshing and modern take on the traditional craft of cross-stitching. This book aims to appeal to audiences that keep up with current trends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe reader will be guided through the materials and tools necessary for the trade before learning the fundamental techniques of cross-stitching. Once the basics have been covered, the chapters continue to explain how to read from a cross-stitch pattern and introduce a selection of designs that can be used for the projects featured in the book or for personal projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere are 20 step-by-step projects to make, and readers will also learn how to create their own designs from scratch. The projects are divided into three sections: Simple, Trickier, and Challenging. The projects vary widely, from buttons, hair bobbles, and brooches to watch straps, coasters, tote bags, customised pumps, and Peter Pan collars. Readers can experiment with working up miniature designs to large-scale canvases and rugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, there is a chapter on Thinking Outside the Box, which aims to inspire with suggestions of alternative materials and ideas to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sarah Fordham graduated from university in 2005 with a BA (Hons) degree in Fine Art. Her work was exhibited in the Embroiderer's Guild's international exhibition, The Art of the Stitch, which led to her receiving a mention in The Times newspaper. Since then, she has focused on making quirky cross-stitch jewellery and accessories and is most known for her oversized badges worn by the likes of television presenter, Fearne Cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854427377900,"sku":"9781861089069","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8bc102bcbf93248446136f888e90623a.jpg?v=1759270363","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/xstitch-by-s-fordham-9781861089069","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}