needlework

Provides step-by-step instructions for numerous projects that can be made through needlepoint, embroidery, patchwork, knitting, crochet, and other types of needlecraft.

Discusses the history, materials, tools, patterns, procedures, and stitches of embroidery and needlepoint.

Describes in text and illustrations the tools, techniques, and embroidery stitches for creating and decorating a variety of objects.

Covers tools, design, techniques, stitches, and machine embroidery and includes embroidery projects.

Describes the basic techniques of knitting, needlework, crochet, and macram? and gives instructions for using them to make household items, gifts, and clothing.

Explores how needlework has been used throughout history to express social and individual identity, spiritual beliefs, and aesthetic ideals, and profiles needlework objects from various cultures and historical periods.