Embrace a simpler approach to stitching with bold one- and two-color
embroidery motifs
Zakka Embroidery presents designs that are an elegant blend of
Japanese and Scandinavian style. The motifs and patterns are spare and
graphic, yet softened with organic shapes and imagery drawn from nature.
The result is embroidery that evokes a personal feel and conjures a
sense of nostalgia.
The task of picking just the right palette for an embroidery project can
be overwhelming to beginners and experienced stitchers alike. But when
you take away that challenge, a whole world of texture and style becomes
available. Here Japanese designer Yumiko Higuchi presents embroidery
motifs to be stitched using just one or two colors--creating patterns
and designs that are more evocative for their form than for a play of
colors. Each embroidery design is paired with a simple craft project,
transforming the stitched fabric into a functional object, including
pouches, pillows, aprons, and more.
With beautiful photographs, clear step-by-step instructions, and
detailed diagrams, Zakka Embroidery will be an inspiring guide for
those new to embroidery and a delightful experience for those
experienced with needle and thread.