Overview
A wonderful collection of more than 200 transfers for embroiderers, this festive pattern sourcebook offers an array of pattern projects suitable for a wide array of tastes and occasions, including Christmas, Halloween, weddings, birthdays, Valentine’s Day, and more. Each design can be adapted and used to create beautiful, original embroidery pieces or to function as borders and motifs for a truly unique look. With an opening chapter that reviews the stitch patterns employed in the subsequent projects, this resource offers crafters many useful tips and tricks for getting started, as well as embroidery suggestions—such as placing patterns for a balanced and pleasing look—that will instill confidence in beginners and assure intermediate crafters satisfying results. Quick and easy to follow, the transfer technique invites crafters to first choose a pattern, then simply cut it out, place it on the fabric, and iron-on the design.
Synopsis
A wonderful collection of more than 200 transfers for embroiderers, this festive pattern sourcebook offers an array of pattern projects suitable for a wide array of tastes and occasions, including Christmas, Halloween, weddings, birthdays, Valentine’s Day, and more. Each design can be adapted and used to create beautiful, original embroidery pieces or to function as borders and motifs for a truly unique look. With an opening chapter that reviews the stitch patterns employed in the subsequent projects, this resource offers crafters many useful tips and tricks for getting started, as well as embroidery suggestions—such as placing patterns for a balanced and pleasing look—that will instill confidence in beginners and assure intermediate crafters satisfying results. Quick and easy to follow, the transfer technique invites crafters to first choose a pattern, then simply cut it out, place it on the fabric, and iron-on the design.
Stitch Magazine
Embroidery transfers are very difficult to find and, for those of us who find drawing a bit of a challenge, this book is a real treasure trove.