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Product Identifiers
PublisherInterweave Press, LLC
ISBN-101596680423
ISBN-139781596680425
eBay Product ID (ePID)71648712
Product Key Features
Book TitleFreestyle Machine Embroidery : Techniques and Inspiration for Fiber Art
Number of Pages176 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicNeedlework / Embroidery, Fiber Arts & Textiles
Publication Year2009
IllustratorYes
GenreCrafts & Hobbies
AuthorCarol Shinn
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight28 Oz
Item Length10.2 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2008-055299
Reviews"Explore the possibilities of freestyle machine embroidery and its application for quilting and fiber art with this technique and inspiration guide for all skill levels." -Needle Magazine, "All I can say about Freestyle Machine Embroidery is WOW, it's amazing what you can do with a sewing machine besides quilting or sewing garments! I am convinced that Carol Shinn is the sewing machine equivalent to Jenny Hart." -- StacySews.com "Explore the possibilities of freestyle machine embroidery and its application for quilting and fiber art with this technique and inspiration guide for all skill levels." -- Needle Magazine, "All I can say about Freestyle Machine Embroidery is WOW, it's amazing what you can do with a sewing machine besides quilting or sewing garments! I am convinced that Carol Shinn is the sewing machine equivalent to Jenny Hart." — StacySews.com "Explore the possibilities of freestyle machine embroidery and its application for quilting and fiber art with this technique and inspiration guide for all skill levels." — Needle Magazine, "All I can say about Freestyle Machine Embroidery is WOW, it's amazing what you can do with a sewing machine besides quilting or sewing garments! I am convinced that Carol Shinn is the sewing machine equivalent to Jenny Hart." - StacySews.com "Explore the possibilities of freestyle machine embroidery and its application for quilting and fiber art with this technique and inspiration guide for all skill levels." - Needle Magazine, "All I can say aboutFreestyle Machine Embroideryis WOW, it's amazing what you can do with a sewing machine besides quilting or sewing garments! I am convinced that Carol Shinn is the sewing machine equivalent to Jenny Hart." -StacySews.com
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal746.44
SynopsisExplore the possibilities of freestyle machine embroidery and its applications for quilting and fiber art with this inspirational guidebook for all skill levels. This overview of all the basic methods and stitches for each technique includes step-by-step photographs and illustrations, diagrams, close-ups of sample swatches, troubleshooting tips, and design guidance, altogether elevating crafters' skills to an artistic level. Beginning with an introduction that includes a list of necessary supplies, chapters cover adjusting thread tension, understanding fabric distortion as it relates to stitching direction, and caring for a sewing machine. This comprehensive guide is sure to move crafters beyond the basics of the stitching process to using color and texture creatively in unique designs and professional-grade finishes., Explore the possibilities of freestyle machine embroidery for quilting and fiber art with this technique and inspiration guide for all skill levels. This comprehensive guide reviews all the basic methods and stitches for each technique, with step-by-step photographs and illustrations from start to finish. Learn the basics of freestyle machine embroidery, starting with supplies, understanding fabric distortion, thread tension, and how to care for your sewing machine Learn color mixing with thread to create visual interest in your work, how to choose image and design, the details of stitching images, and how to combine freestyle stitching with different materials and techniques Expand your knowledge with diagrams, close-ups of sample swatches, troubleshooting tips and design guidance for taking your machine embroidery to an artistic level. A gallery of artists' work using freestyle machine embroidery is featured, plus an appendix includes a useful chapter on setting up your workspace and caring for your machine. Regardless of skill level, Freestyle Machine Embroidery is an indispensable guide for every textile artist's personal library., Explore the possibilities of freestyle machine embroidery for quilting and fiber art with this technique and inspiration guide for all skill levels.