A practical guide to sewing, patchwork and embroidery shown in more than
1200 step-by-step photographs This comprehensive volume, with 1200
illustrations and photographs, is the complete guide to sewing,
patchwork and embroidery skills, and provides all the information
necessary to master each technique with confidence. Whether you are
cutting out a pattern, turning hems or deciding which type of seam to
use, concise instructions guide you through each stage. All the
information you need to design and make your own patchwork quilt is
presented, along with cutting and diagrammatic piecing plans for many
traditional, popular blocks. From classic hand stitching to contemporary
machine embroidery, and every technique in between, the book contains
all the skills needed to be a proficient embroiderer.