The Merehurst Book of Needlework

Covers hand and machine embroidery, patchwork, appliqué and quilting.

Step-by-step drawings and photographs demonstrate techniques.
Hand embroidery, needlelace, smocking, canvas embroidery and machine stitches clearly illustrated and described
Includes basic information for beginners as well as more advanced needlework skills.
Invaluable guidance on approaches to design and experimentation from leading exponents.
Contains many examples of the work of contemporary textile artists.
Illustrated in full colour throughout.