Blackwork Embroidery Techniques and Projects by Jen Goodwin Christmas antique samplers often incorporate small

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Blackwork Embroidery Techniques and Projects by Jen Goodwin Christmas antique samplers often incorporate smallThis practical book presents a number of ways to approach blackwork embroidery, from forming basic stitches and patterns to developing complex shaded pieces with confidence. Through an assortment of exercises, it introduces the principles of shading along with several projects to further explore the potential of blackwork. Detailed instructions on designing and developing shaded pieces of blackwork embroidery are given along with guidance on how to