canvas embroidery

Provides instructions, patterns, and projects for bargello stitchery, a form of canvas embroidery similar to needlepoint.

Uses a series of learning designs to teach the basic needlepoint stiches, then guides the reader into original designs for a belt, pillow, guitar strap, and other objects.

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.