The Royal School of Needlework -- Introduction to raised embroidery -- History of raised embroidery -- Materials -- Inspiration and design -- Basic techniques for raised embroidery -- Padded techniques -- Attaching stitches -- Raised stitches -- Needlelace stitches -- Wired shape techniques -- Projects. Wearable raised embroidery ; Brooch ; Other wearables ; Useable raised embroidery ; Phone sleeve ; Other useables ; Collectible raised embroidery ; Biscornu ; Other collectibles -- Further inspiration.
Summary:
"The book features an introduction to the RSN and its prestigious heritage. It reveals the history and context of raised embroidery and showcases galleries of inspiring raised embroidery work. This is primarily a practical, instructional guide that offers a complete grounding in the techniques you need for raised embroidery: it contains a comprehensive stitch guide and leads the reader through each technique using clear step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow expert guidance. The book contains three beautiful projects that put these techniques into practice and showcase additional advanced techniques."--Publisher website.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.