A-Z of Stumpwork: The Ultimate Reference and Design Source for Stumpwork Embroid [Paperback]

With its beginnings in seventeenth century England, stumpwork is today making a revival. Come join us for an exciting journey into the world of raised embroidery.
There are over 400 clear step-by-step photographs and instructions presented in five easy to use sections and 20 stunning designs from around the world. Each design is beautifully presented with colour photography, easy to follow instructions and full size pattern. There is expert advice on the materials and tools you need to ensure success and enjoyment, and tips and hints to help you perfect your stitches and techniques.4 GENERAL INFORMATION
4 - Materials
- Fabrics and interfacings
- Threads
- Wire
- Beads
- Found objects
5 - Tools
- Needles
- Hoops
- Scissors
- Needlelace pad
- Other tools
7 - Transferring designs
- Transferring designs to main fabric
- Transferring shapes for cutting out

8 STITCHES & TECHNIQUES
8 Surface Embroidery Techniques - raised and padded stitches
18 Padding and Slip Techniques
24 Wirework Techniques
30 Needlelace
Techniques
40 Beading
Techniques
46 DESIGNS
46 Magic Mushrooms
50 Nature's Diner
53 Angel
56 Wild Rose Garland
59 Elizabethan Bouquet
64 Cottontail
66 Berry Garland
70 Fishwatch
72 Henry
75 Rainbow Lorikeet
78 Out of Africa
86 Wild Passionfruit
89 Tulipa
92 Geraldton Wax
94 Christmas Bells
97 Spring Splendour
100 Gossamer
104 Spirit of Spring
108 Forbidden Fruit
110 Verity

113 PATTERNS
124 INDEX
128 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSCompiled by the expert team at Country Bumpkin, renowned Australian publishers of embroidery books and magazines.CN