Autorentext

Trish Burr is a self-taught and renowned embroiderer. Through research and practice she has developed her own individual technique of surface embroidery. She is the author of many best-selling books including The Kew Book of Embroidered Flowers and Trish Burr's Embroidery Transfers, with total worldwide sales of over 75,000 copies. Trish lives and works in Cape Town, South Africa. For more information on Trish and her work visit www.trishbembroidery.com

Klappentext

"Discover a colorful, contemporary approach to traditional whitework with best-selling embroidery expert Trish Burr. Fresh and uplifting, Trish Burr's use of color brings a joyful lease of life to her stunning whitework designs. Complete with a comprehensive guide to getting started, and arranged in order of difficulty, this inspiring book contains 10 complete, brand-new projects, each with clear step-by-step instructions, an iron-on transfer, a full-size template and sumptuous photography. An expert teacher, and best-selling author, Trish has carefully constructed the book to appeal to beginners looking for a simple, no-nonsense approach to the technique, as well as more advanced embroiderers looking for inspiration. With subjects ranging from striking florals to birds, bees and butterflies, this book will inspire and delight with its variety of subjects. Contained within are: Re-usable iron-on transfers for all 10 designs, as well as full-size traceable templates. A comprehensive illustrated stitch library of all the stitches used throughout. A handy guide to selecting materials, preparing your fabric and using color Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions with plenty of inspiring photography"--