Needlepoint Stitchery

Needlepoint Stitchery by Margaret Boyles. Published by Macmillan Publishing Co Inc, New York, NY, 1974. 1st Edition 2nd Printing. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: VG in Torn & Taped DJ. DJ water stained at spine, book in overall excellent condition. 158 Pgs. LCCN 72-77274. Over 65 basic and decorative stitches. Embroidery stitches adapted for canvas. A dozen ready-to-work designs. The basic tent stitch is demonstrated in relation to the four techniques for creating it. The author explains where and why each technique should be used. The most complete selection of fancy needlepoint stitches available in any book, show in a color photographs. The 12 designs are completely keyed, carefully developed, and ready to be transferred to your own canvas. A detailed chapter on designing you own needlepoint discusses how those who are not accomplished artists can experiment with this fascinating phase of creative needlepoint. Description text copyright 2010 BooksForComfort. Item ID 22744.