Two Hour Silk Ribbon Embroidery

Two hours are all you need for great results with the hottest new needlecraft -- silk ribbon embroidery. Get comfortable with the basic techniques and stitches, and then let loose with 200 gorgeous patterns complete with full-color photos of the finished work. From a pansy and diamond chain to an appliqued farmyard, the possibilities are limitless. Choose from flowers, fruits and vegetables, unusual designs, friendly sentiments, holidays, ribbon and applique, and dimensional applique -- each one diagrammed and coded in full-color for every stitch. The ultimate sourcebook for great-looking silk ribbon embroidery patterns.

Ribbon embroidery is a simple, beautiful and versatile technique that dates back to the seventeenth century. This book brings it up to date with fresh instruction on floral classics, as well as stunning contemporary designs. With over 400 colour step-by-step photographs to guide the reader through each stitch, Ribbonwork Embroidery demonstrates the speed and simplicity of ribbonwork, and explains how it can be combined with other techniques to add detail and depth to a piece of embroidery. Step-by-step photographs guide the reader through each stitch, and detailed instructions explain how ribbonwork can be combined with a range of other techniques. Help and advice is provided throughout on working with silk ribbons and projects demonstrate how to use the stitches in designs. There are ideas for creating using pieces and advice on displaying embroidery. Beautifully illustrated with 436 colour step-by-step photographs.

Provides instructions and patterns for projects such as pillows, Christmas ornaments, handkerchiefs, jumpers, berets, and mittens

A complete guide for ribbon embroiderers of all skill levels—whether you’re just starting or looking to step things up—with 40+ fabulous designs. The appeal of ribbon embroidery is timeless, and thousands of embroiderers have been captivated by its ease of use and fabulous results. In A–Z of Ribbon Embroidery,you will find every stitch and technique fully explained with step-by-step photographs and clear instructions. Accomplished embroiderers have compiled advice on choosing ribbons, fabrics, needles and frames, as well as a host of other hints and tips. There are forty exquisite designs with full detail provided on the materials and stitches used for every element and a helpful Ribbon Embroidery Index directing you to the appropriate step-by-steps for each technique. Templates, a pattern key and a comprehensive index make this a must-have manual for anyone wanting to learn or brush up on ribbon embroidery skills. Praise for the series “The A–Z series has truly stood the test of time and remains one of the most comprehensive, easy-to-use guides available to embroidery, knitting, and crochet.” —Kathy Troup, Editor, Stitch magazine

Designed for the beginning to intermediate embroiderer, this workshop-in-a-book presents the basic concepts of this gentle art, and puts them to immediate use in creating a lidded box, striking evening bag, garden-themed journal cover, and more. Learn to select fabrics and transfer patterns, and the best ways to use common stitches. Save hours of frustration with the help of a complete section on project problem-solving. Increasing or decreasing scale is covered, as is color and perspective, and there are great tips for deciding when to use a jump stitch or a camouflage stitch, and ideas for embellishing other crafts with silk ribbon. Additional information is provided for selecting background treatments and fabrics that can add interest to any project.

Delicate and pretty, ribbon embroidery is perfect for forming little flowers and foliage and for adorning with shiny beads -- and the silky, shimmery material has a special softness. Feel a surge of creative joy as roses, bows, and twisted chains emerge from your needle. Stitch 20 elegant decorative objects, all of heirloom and gift quality, including a classic laurel wreath cushion, ideal for beginners; table linen; hats and a sunflower-covered hatband; drapes; shirts, a fabulous lacy Christening gown; and more. "Inspirational projects....Stunning photographs."--"Vogue Patterns."

Use Any Sewing Machine to Create Embroidered Embellishments. Create intricate silk ribbon embroidery that looks hand-stitched-without the slow hand work. Easy techniques really work with any sewing machine. Classroom-tested lessons specifically designed for beginners include step-by-step how-to photos and ribbon recommendations. Inspiring gallery shows the stitches combined in stunning finished pieces. Do you love the look of silk ribbon embroidery, but not the tedious handwork? Now you can create beautiful embroidery entirely by machine. Susan Schrempf shows you how to create stems, leaves, flowers, roses and rosebuds, loops, French knots, and ruching. Her student-tested techniques make it all so easy!

All the basics of silk ribbon embroidery with innovative techniques and 20 contemporary designs. Beginners and experts stitchers alike will learn to create beautiful embroideries inspired by the seasons, from luxuriant flowers to whimsical owls Silk ribbon embroidery enthusiasts all over the world have been discovering the work of renowned Ukrainian embroiderer, Tatiana Popova. Here she teaches all the basic techniques and provides a thorough traditional stitch dictionary with clear instructions and images, giving embroiderers - even beginners to silk ribbon - the perfect grounding. Tatiana then shares her own innovative techniques for achieving easier, quicker and more efficient stitching. There are excellent sections on using colour and on applying paint to silk ribbons after stitching. Twenty beautiful projects then follow: traditional favourites such as roses, along with a wealth of contemporary designs for embroiderers of all skill levels. The distinct colour palettes of the seasons have inspired Tatiana's luxuriant embroideries, and as well as a host of flowers, there are delightful whimsical designs such as owls. Ten of the designs feature full-size images to scan and print on fabric before embroidering.