Beginner's Guide to Machine Embroidery

Author: Watts, PamelaBrand: Brand: Search PressEdition: 1st EditionFeatures: Used Book in Good ConditionBinding: PaperbackNumber Of Pages: 64Release Date: 01-08-2003Details: Product Description Pamela Watts explores all the techniques with infectious enthusiasm, showing how to work the stitches, adjust tension, layer fabrics, develop surfaces, build up texture, create lacy effects with water soluble fabric and more. Step-by-step photographs accompany a series of projects which are designed to improve skills and the book is packed with expert advice on all aspects of machine embroidery. A final section takes you beyond fabrics into using metal, mesh, handmade paper and more. Vibrant and exciting designs can be created easily using these materials. The effect is stunning when they are combined with soft and transparent fabrics, and lustrous threads. About the Author Pam Watts is passionate about machine embroidery. She has studied it extensively and now teaches and