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Portuguese Whitework

Bullion Embroidery from GuimarãEs
By Yvette Stanton
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iPortuguese Whitework by Yvette Stanton is an exquisite exploration of traditional Portuguese embroidery techniques. The book offers detailed instructions and beautiful illustrations, making it perfect for embroidery enthusiasts looking to learn or perfect this intricate style. Through an engaging blend of history and craft, the author showcases the beauty and legacy of Portuguese whitework.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate the intricate art of whitework embroidery and have an interest in cultural handicrafts. This guide offers a thorough exploration of traditional Portuguese whitework techniques, complete with detailed instructions and stunning photographs, perfect for both beginners and experienced embroiderers wishing to master a unique art form.

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Features needlework from Guimaraes in northern Portugal. This title helps you to learn all you need to know to create your own masterpieces and heirlooms with the step-by-step instructions. It includes a range of projects, large and small, for beginners through to advanced stitchers.

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The latest stunning book from whitework specialist, Yvette Stanton, Portuguese Whitework features an exquisite style of needlework from Guimarães in northern Portugal that will inspire and delight you.

Drawn thread work and bullion embroidery combine to create a strikingly beautiful style. You will learn all you need to know to create your own masterpieces and heirlooms with the in-depth step-by-step instructions.

The book includes a range of projects, large and small, suitable for beginners through to advanced stitchers.

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Portuguese Whitework by Yvette Stanton is highly praised for its stunning presentation of Guimaraes embroidery, featuring a blend of drawn thread and surface embroidery. The book is lauded for its comprehensive and clear instructional content accompanied by beautiful project designs suitable for various skill levels. Reviewers particularly appreciate the detailed guidance on intricate techniques like bullion knots, making it a valuable resource for embroidery enthusiasts.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780975767757

Publisher: Vetty Creations

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 April 2012

Country: Australia

Imprint: Vetty Creations

Illustration: 100 Illustrations, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 195.0mm

Height: 275.0mm

Weight: 415g

Pages: 104

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About the Author

Yvette Stanton is the publisher and designer behind Vetty Creations. She has a passion for whitework embroidery, and a passion for sharing it with others. Yvette has written three books on whitework, one of them with her twin sister, Prue Scott. Yvette is an accredited tutor with the Embroiderers Guild of NSW, and teaches embroidery classes, specialising in whitework at shops and guild groups around Australia. Yvette Stanton and Prue Scott are award-winning embroiderers with over 15 years' experience of producing beautiful intricate embroideries. Both Prue and Yvette have a particular love for whitework embroidery. Prue is also a trained botanist and botanical artist, and her beautiful designs are a feature of this book. Yvette's previous book, Elegant Hardanger Embroidery was published in 2002 by Simon & Schuster (Kangaroo Press). Both authors live in Sydney. Visit Yvette's blogspot at http://vettycreations.com.au/white-threads/

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