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 : The Secrets of Needlepoint

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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 746.442
EAN: 9780892725045
ISBN: 0892725044
Label: Down East Books
Manufacturer: Down East Books
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 128
Publication Date: September 25, 2000
Publisher: Down East Books
Studio: Down East Books




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Product Description:
This book begins with and preparation choice of materials, and then proceeds to give clear, concise directions for 99 needlepoint stitches, both basic and decorative. Inspiration and instruction for needleworkers of all levels.



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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Epiphany!
That is the only way I can describe what I have learned from this book. The instructions are excellent, as are the diagrams and photos. The technique she has developed and presented allows the stitcher to create beautiful, completed designs more quickly and with better finished results than I have ever experienced before. As a person who has been practicing needlepoint and canvas embroidery for more than 30 years, I thought I had it all figured out, at least most of it, but then I discovered this ... Read More



Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - The Secrets of Needlepoint by Dominique Siegler-Lathrop
The Secrets of NeedlepointThe stitches are very clear and prescise. I can refer to this book without hesitation. Another book to add and keep in any needlework collection!



Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - The Secrets of Needlepoint
As someone who loves all different types of needleart forms, this book completely changed my way of thinking about needlepoint. Her illustrations are concise and easy to understand. She also has a fantastic website!



Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - 99 different stitches diagramed and illustrated
Dominique Siegler-Lathrop lives in Paris, France where she owns and operates her shop "Tapisseries de la Bucherie". Her speciality is tapestries made with hand-dyed wools and many of her designs are historically accurate. In The Secrets Of Needlepoint, she draws upon her many years of experience to provide the needlecrafter with her own proven method for making beautifully executed needlepoint tapestries on both monofil and penelope canvas. Readers are treated to 99 different stitches that are diagramed ... Read More







 






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