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A Year of Embroidery

A Month-to-Month Collection of Motifs for Seasonal Stitching
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A Year of Embroidery by Yumiko Higuchi offers a journey through the art of embroidery, showcasing exquisite designs inspired by nature and daily life. Divided by seasons, the book provides detailed patterns and step-by-step instructions, encouraging both novice and experienced embroiderers to immerse themselves in creating beautiful, handmade projects. The emphasis on thematic and seasonal motifs highlights the elegance and timeless appeal of this craft.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for embroidery and a love for crafting timeless designs. With a focus on floral patterns and seasonal projects, it offers inspiration for both beginners and experienced crafters to enrich their skills and enhance their artistic journey throughout the year.

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In English, translated from the Japanese.

Celebrate the seasons through contemporary embroidery motifs for a year of stitching.

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Contemporary embroidery motifs for a year of seasonal stitching—from spring flowers to summertime swimmers, fall pumpkins, and winter snowflakes.

Celebrate the seasons through contemporary embroidery motifs for a year of stitching. Give each month more beauty by stitching embroidery motifs with unique seasonal designs. Follow the course of a year—from snow flowers and skiing bears in January to lily of the valley in May, a collection of seed pods in October, trumpeting angels in December, and much more—to enliven your embroidery with a seasonal flair.

Through thirty-eight patterns, designer Yumiko Higuchi offers organic yet modern designs with colourful and detailed imagery and a sweet and lively feel. Stitch projects to display as art or transform your work into small projects you can use.

With beautiful photographs, clear step-by-step instructions, and detailed diagrams, A Year of Embroidery offers dynamic and unique designs that will inspire embroiderers of all skill levels.

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A Year of Embroidery by Yumiko Higuchi is celebrated for its beautiful and detailed design projects that cater to both beginners and experienced crafters. Reviewers often praise its clear instructions and stunning photography that inspire creativity throughout the year. The book offers seasonal themes and is appreciated for its artistic approach to everyday embroidery.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781611804720

Publisher: Shambhala Publications Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 September 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 191.0mm

Height: 248.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 88

About the Author

YUMIKO HIGUCHI studied design at Tama Art University. In 2000 she started work as a handbag designer and began exploring embroidery in 2008. She is the author of Zakka Embroidery.

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