Description and condition:

Softcover, 8vo, 168pp, index, 5 colour and 155 b/w photographs, 160 line drawings.

Good or better copy with lightly creased and sunned spine, nice clean page throughout.

Contents:

“The forms and textures of nature are ideal sources of inspiration for the embroiderer. Jan Messent, a professional embroiderer and Embroiderers' Guild member, here explains how designs can be discovered in nature and translated into embroidery. The chapters cover every aspect of design - composition, colour, pattern and texture - and show how to use a variety of stitches and techniques for different effects. Also described are the methods of research and of recording observations which will help to give the design more interest. There are over 300 exceptional illustrations which will encourage all embroiderers to experiment with new ides and produce their own designs.”