Embroidery, Embellishment and Surface Design Books
Bibliography compiled by Lu Peters, © 2007-2011
Aford, Jane Beginner’s Guide to Berlin Woolwork; Search Press
Ahiko, Tomoni Sashiko Style; Japan Press
Albin, Patty Creative Beginnings in Machine Embroidery: Innovative Ideas for Expert Results; C & T Publishing, 2006
Antrobus, M. Needlework through the Ages: A Short Survey of its Development in Decorative Art; Hodder & Soughton, 1928
Baatz, Barbara Encyclopedia of Embroidered Flowers; American School of Needlework
Bage, Patricia Beginner’s Guide to Drawn Thread Embroidery; Search Press
Bailey, Annette Machine Embroidery on Paper; Krause, 2006
Ball, Margaret Embeadery: Using Classic Embroidery Stitches in Embellishment; Flameweaver Glass Publisher, 2004
Barley, C Needlelace; Batsford
Barnden, Betty The Embroiderer’s Stitch Bible; Krause, 2003The Encyclopedia of Cross Stitch Techniques: The Comprehensive Directory of International Cross Stitch Techniques; Search Press
Baron, Gilda The Art of Embroidered Flowers; Search Press, 2004
Barta, Melinda Hip to Stitch; Interweave Press; www.hiptostitch.com
Beal, Margaret Fusing Fabric: Creative Cutting, Bonding, and Mark Making with the Soldering Iron; BT Batsford Publishing, 2006
Beaney, Jan Stitches: New Approaches; BT Batsford, 2004
The Art of the Needle; Century, 1988
Beaney, J. & Littlejohn, J. Complete Guide to Creative Embroidery; BT Batsford, 1991 The following are from Double Trouble Enterprises (Gemini Press Printer: doubletrouble-ent.com):
#1 Vanishing Act : Machine embroidery on Soluble Fabrics#2 Voluptuous Velvet, 1997#3 Bonding and Beyond, 1999#4 Transfer to Transform, 1999#5 Gardens and More#6 Conversations with Constance (Howard)#7 Trees as a Theme #8 Giving Pleasure
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#9 New Dimensions in Hand and Machine Embroidery #10 Double Vision, Personal Approaches to Work #11 A Tale of Two Stitches#12 A Sketch in Time#13 No Stone Unturned#14 Connections: Links, Joins, and Networks, 2004#15 Colour Explorations#16 Over the Line#17 Grids To Stitch#18 Seductive Surfaces#19 Red, 2007#20 Embellish and Enrich, 2007#21 Location, Location#22 Seeing Double: Personal Themes#23 Fragile Fabric, 2010#24 Constructions, 2010#25 Stitchscapes, 2010
Beck, T. Gardening with Silk and Gold: a History of Gardens in Embroidery; David & Charles
Benavente, Carmen Embroiderers of Ninhue, Stitching Chilean Rural Life; Texas Tech University Press, 2010
Bennett, DJ The Machine Embroidery Handbook: Designing Fabrics with Stitching, Manipulation, and Color; Lark Publisher, 1997
Benson, Ann Beadpoint: Beautiful Bead Stitching on Canvas; Sterling
Bertin-Guest, Josiane Chinese Embroidery: Traditional Techniques; Krause, 2003
Berlyn, Ineke Landscape in Contemporary Quilts; Batsford, 2006
Bishop, Christine Schwalm Embroidery; Sally Milne, 2008
Bolton, Patricia 1000 Artist Trading Cards: Innovative and Inspired Mixed Media ATCs; Quarry Books, 2007
Bontrager, Dana Fantastic Fabric Textures: A Project for Fabric Embellishment; Purrfect Press, 2002
Boucher, F. Historie du Costume; Flammarion, 1965
Bradley, Elizabeth Decorative Victorian Needlework; Elizabeth Bradley Press, 2008Needlework Antique Flowers; Elizabeth Bradley Press, 2008
Brown, Pauline Decoration on Fabric: A Sourcebook of Ideas; Sterling, 2002Encyclopedia of Embellishment Techniques: A Comprehensive Visual Guide to Traditional and Contemporary Techniques; Sterling The Encyclopedia of Embroidery Techniques; Search Press
Brown, Mary Goldwork Embroidery: Designs and Projects; Sally Milner
Browne, C. Lace from the Victoria and Albert Museum; Victoria and Albert Publishers
Buckley, Claire Start to Embroider (Start To Series); Search Press, 2009
Byrde, Penelope Jane Austen Fashion: Fashion and Needlework in the Works of Jane Austen; Excellent Press
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Campbell-Harding, Valerie Layers of Stitch; Quilter’s Resource (USA), 2002Textures in Embroidery; Watson-Guptill, 1977Starting to Stitch CreativelyFabric Painting for Embroidery; Batsford, 2003 Beaded Tassels, Braids, and Fringes; Batsford, 2001Edges and Finishes in Machine Embroidery; Batsford, 2004Flowers and Plants in EmbroideryStrip Patchwork; Batsford, 2004Weaving with Ribbon; 1998Patchwork Needle Crafts; 1983Every Kind of PatchworkFaces and Figures in Embroidery; Batsford, 1985Machine Embroidery Stitched Patterns; 2004Machine Embroidery: Stitched TechniquesGoldworkTextile ArtistryEdges & Finishes in Machine Embroidery; Quilters Resource *
Campbell-Harding & Grey Celtic Inspirations for Machine Embroidery; Quilter’s Resource, 2003Stitch, Dissolve, Distort, Batsford, 2006 Embellish & Stitch; 2007
Campbell-Harding & Watts Bead Embroidery; Sterling, 2003
Machine Embroidery Stitch Techniques; Batsford, 2003
Caprara, Julia The Magic of Embroidery; Batsford, 1992
Carter, Erika Personal Imagery on Art Quilts; Fiber Studio Press, 1996
Carter, Jill The Beginner’s Guide to Hardanger; BatsfordHardanger Embroidery; BatsfordNew Canvaswork: Creative Techniques in Needlepoint; Batsford, 2007
Caulfield, S. & Sayward, B. The Dictionary of Needlework, an Encyclopedia of Artistic, Plain, and Fancy Needlework; Upcott Gill, 1885
Chanin, N. & Stutkin, S. Alabama Stitch Book: Projects and Stories Celebrating Handsewing, Quilting, and Embroidery for Contemporary Sustainable Style; ATC Craft, 2007
Chung, Young Yang Painting with a Needle: Learning the Art of Silk Embroidery with Young Yang Chung; Harry Abrams, 2003
Clarke & Atkins Beaded Embellishment: Techniques and designs for Embellishment on Cloth; Interweave Press, 2002
Clarke, Gary Embroidery Illusions; Sterling Publisher, 2003
Cole, Alison All That Glitters: Projects Featuring the Techniques of Goldwork and Stumpwork
Coleman, Carol Fibredancing Book I: Brooches, Bracelets, Rings, and Things, Jewelry Made with Free Motion Embroidery; www.fibredance.co.uk
Comel, Penny The Liberated Canvas: A Creative Approach to Canvas Embroidery; 2000
Conlon, Jane Fine Embellishment Techniques: Classic Details for Today’s Clothing; Taunton Press, 2001
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Constantine, J & Small, J. Heirloom Embroidery; Lark, 2008
Cook, Sue Crafting Cross Stitch Cards; David and CharlesQuick to Stitch Cross Stitch Cards; David and Charles
Coss, Melinda Complete Book of Embroidery: Includes Crewelwork, Goldwork, Ribbon Embroidery, and Embellishments; Reader’s Digest, 2000
Cowen, Sally Left-Handed Stitchery; Schiffer, 2010
Cox, Anne The Handbook of Silk Ribbon Embroidery; Search Press, 2009
Silk Ribbon Embroidery: Designs & Techniques; Search Press, 2002
Creative Publishing Int’l Exploring Textile Arts; Creative Publishing International, 2002
Crone, Linda Fabric Landscapes by Machine; 2000
Crummy, Andrew The Prestopans Tapestry 1745; Burke’s Peerage Publishing, 2010
Crust, Melody Quilt Toppings: Fun and Fancy Embellishment Techniques; Breckling Press
Curran, Doreen The Magic of Free-Machine Embroidery; Search Press, 2002
Curtis, Bailey Inspiration Plus; self published, 2006
Inspiration to Stitch
Curtis, B. & Morgan, A. Appliqué and Beyond
D’Arcy, Jean Fabric Leftovers, Simple Adaptable Ways to Use up Scraps; C & T Publishers, 2006
Dahl, Carolyn Natural Impressions: Taking an Artistic Path through Nature
Danswan, Kath Beautiful Bowls and Colorful Creatures; The Linen Press, 2007
Daust, Kelly The Crafty Mix; Murdoch Books, 2009
Dawson, Barbara Metal Thread Embroidery; Taplinger, 1968
Day, B. Bargello: a Fresh Approach to Florentine Embroidery; Guild of Master Craftsmen
Dean, Beryl Designing Ecclesiastical Stitched Textiles; Search Press
Church Embroideries; Morehouse Barlow, 1985
Embroidery in Religion and Ceremonial; Batsford, 1981
Ecclesiastical Embroidery; Batsford, 1958
Deer, John Digitizing Made Easy: Create Custom Embroidery Designs Like a Pro; Krause
Deighan, H. Beautiful Braiding Made Easy; Crossways Patch
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Delage-Calvet, et al. A Rainbow of Stitches: Embroidery and Cross-Stitch Basics Plus More than 1,000 Motifs and 80 Project Ideas; Watson-Guptill, 2009
Denamur, Isabelle Moroccan Textile Embroidery; Flammarion, 2003
Dennis, Kay Beginner’s Guide to Stumpwork; Search Press, 2005
Dennis, Kay and Michael Stumpwork Figures; Search Press, 2005
Detrixhe, Sandra Zen and the Art of Needlecraft; Adams Media, 2007
De Vette, Joke Easy Embroidery on Paper; Search Press, 2007
Dibbs, Kristen Embroidery: Inspirations from Australian Artists; Sally Milner, 2001
Machine Embroidery and More; Sally Milner Publishing
Dove, Sue Painting with Stitches: Creating Freestyle Embroidery by Hand; Interweave Press, 2004
Draper, Jan Stitch and Structure; Batsford, 2009
Drexler, Fred Surface Design Concepts in Sulky Rayon & Metallic Decorative Threads
Drexler, Joyce Sew, Craft, and Embroider Confidently Using Sulky Stabilizers!; Sulky of America Publication, 2010
Sulky Secrets to Successful Embroidery; Sulky of AmericaSulky Secrets to Successful Stabilizing; Sulky of AmericaThread Painting; Speed Stitch Inc., 1983www.uncommonthread.com
Drexler, J. & Baird, L. Elegant Concepts in Sulky; Sulky of America
Drexler, J. & Ingram, C. Dimensional Concepts in Sulky; Sulky of America
Dunnewold, Jane Complex Cloth: a Comprehensive Guide to Surface Design; Fiber Studio Press, 1996
Earnshaw, P The Identification of Lace; Shire
Eaton, Jan The Cross Stitch Motif Bible; Search Press, 2005
Ebben, Katie Basic Stitches; Conran Octopus
Eccles, G. & Burnett, V. Maker Profile: Jean Littlejohn; DVD
Maker Profile: Jan Beaney; DVD, www.thethreadstudio.com Eddy, Ellen Anne Thread Magic: The Enchanted World of Ellen Anne Eddy
Edmonds, Janet Three Dimensional Embroidery; Batsford, 2006
Beginner’s Guide to Embroidered Boxes; Search Press, 2002
Edwards, Joan Bead Embroidery; Lacis, 1992
Elliott, Joan Bewitching Cross Stitch; David and Charles
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Cross Stitch Wit and Wisdom; David and Charles
Ellis, M. and Weardon, J. Ottoman Embroidery; Victoria and Albert Publications, 2007
Emerson, Jayne The Impatient Embroiderer; Potter Craft, 2006
Engelbreit, Mary Stitched So Cute; Leisure Arts, 2010
Embroidery with Ann Estelle; Leisure Arts
Enthoven, Jacqueline The Stitches of Creative Embroidery; Shiffer Craft
Ericson, Lois Fabrics Reconstructed: A Collection of Surface Changes; Eric’s PressOptions, Eric’s Press, 2002
Texture, A Closer Look; Eric’s Press, 1987*see wearable art and sewing book list
Fahl, Ann Coloring With Thread: A No-Drawing Approach to Free-Motion Embroidery; C & T Publishing, 2005
Fassett, Kaffe Glorious Needlepoint; 1992
Fibre Fusion, Eds. On Form: A Stitcher’s Workbook on Sculptural Textiles; 2008Beyond BoundariesEncrustationEvolutionsAll at www.quiltingarts.com
Fortgens, Erica New Designs, New Projects for embroidery on Paper; Search, 2009101 Ideas for Embroidery on Paper; Search PressCreative Embroidery on Paper; Cantecleer, 2001Embroidery on Paper with Vellum; Uitegevers 2001Embroidery on Paper; Cantecleer, 2001New Ideas with Embroidery on Paper; Uitegevers Cantecleer, 2004Merry Christmas Embroidery on Paper; Cantecleer, 2004Embroidery on Paper: Cards and Memories to Treasure; Tirion Uitegevers, 2002
Franklin, Tracy Contemporary Whitework; Batsford, 2006
Fukuyama, Yusai Tambour Work; Dryad, 1987
Gardner, Sue Embroidered Christening Gowns; 2005
A to Z of Thread Painting; Quilter’s Resource
Gorder & Baskett Beautiful Beaded & Embroidered Fabric; Sterling, 2006
Gordon, Joan Silk Ribbon Embroidery Bible: the Essential Illustrated Reference to Design and Techniques; Krause, 2005
Gostelow, M. A World of Embroidery; Mills & Boon, 1975
Gray, Julia Traditional Japanese Embroidery; Search, 2009
Greenleas, Kay Creating Sketchbooks for Embroiderers and Textile Artists; Batsford, 2006
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Grey, Maggie Stitches, Straps and Layers; d4daisy Books, 2009Textile Translations, d4daisy Books, 2009From Image to Stitch; Batsford, 2008Raising the Surface with Machine Embroidery; BT Batsford, 2003www.magstitch.blogspot.comwww.d4daisy.com
Grey, Maggie & Wild, Jane Paper, Metal, & Stitch: Creating Surfaces with Color and Texture; Interweave Press USA, 2004
Paper and Beyond; Maggie and Clive Grey Publishers
Griepentrog & Brent Machine Embroidery Wild & Wacky; Krause, 2006
Griffith, Suzanne Stitching for Victory; History Press, 2009
Gurney, Pamela Punchneedle Embroidery; Sally Milnar Publishing
Haigh, Janet The Embroiderer’s Floral; Collins and BrownColor On Color: Elegant Designs to Stitch; Interweave Press, 2005White on White: Elegant Designs to Stitch; Interweave Press, 2005
Hall, Helen Celtic Back Stitch; Guild of Master Craftsmen
Hall, Isobel Embroidered Book: Design, Construction and Embellishment; Batsford, 2009
Hall, Jane The Art and Embroidery of Jane Hall; Search Press, 2006
Hanham, Clare Beginner’s Guide to Silk Shading; Search Press, 2007
Harding, Valerie Textures in Embroidery; Watson-Guptill, 1977
Harding, V. & Watts, P. Bead Embroidery; Lacis, 1993
Harker, Gail Creative Machine Embroidery; Batsford
Hart, J. & Grablewski, A. Sublime Stitching: Hundreds of Hip Embroidery Patterns & How To; Chronicle Books, 2006
Hawks, Janet S. Sculpted Threads: Artful Brooches, Earrings and More; Martingale, 2007
Hearder, Valerie Points of View: Landscape Quilts to Stitch and Embellish; Martingale, 2007
Hedley, Gwen Drawn to Stitch: Line Drawing, and Mark Making in Textile Art; Interweave, 2010
Surfaces to Stitch, Plastics, Films & Fabric; Quilter’s Resource (USA), 2000
Heesakkers, A. & N. Embroidery for Cardmakers; Search Press, August 2011
Hemmingway, Karen The Encyclopedia of Stitches; New Holland
Higginson, Susan Needlepoint Stitches: 52 Stitches Explained and Illustrated; Search Press, 2007
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Hill, Wendy On the Surface: Thread Embellishment and Fabric Manipulation; C & T Publishing, 1997
Fast, Fun, and Easy-Incredible Thread-a-Bowls; C & T Publishers, 2005
Hiney, Mary Jo Quiltagami, the Art of Fabric Folding; Sterling, 2003
Fabulous Fibers: Elegant and Innovative Techniques to Embellish Textiles; Sterling, 2000
Fabulous Fabric Embellishments: Elegant & Innovative Techniques; Sterling
Holland-Daly, Heather Stitch Graffiti: Unexpected Cross Stitch; Interweave Press, 2008, www.monsterbubbles.com
Holmberg, Nannette Variations in Chenille: Techniques for Creating Faux Chenille; Martingale,
1997 Holmes, Val The Encyclopedia of Machine Embroidery; Batsford, 2008
Machine Embroiderer’s Workbook; Trafalgar Sq. Publisher, 2001 The Encyclopedia of Machine Embroidery; Batsford, 2003
Creative Recycling in Embroidery; Batsford, 2010Gardens in Embroidery; Batsford
Holt, Allison Machine Embroidered Woodlands; Search, 2009
Beginner’s Guide to Machine Embroidered Landscape; Search PressMachine Embroidered Flowers; Search PressCreative Machine Embroidery, DVD; Studio Galli Productions, www.studiogalli.tv
Holzberger, Loretta Needlelace and Stumpwork; Search Press, 2005
Machine Embroidered Flowers
Horst-Beetsma, D. And Then There was Light (Wall Quilts and Machine-Sewn Drawings); Alkman, 2007, [email protected]
Howard, Constance The Constance Howard Book of Stitches; BatsfordTextile Crafts; Charles Scribner and Sons, 1978
Hubbard, Liz Thread Painting; David and Charles, 1988
Hurlburt, Regina Left-Handed Needlepoint; Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1973
Husian, Surjeet Pulkari Embroidery: A Workbook; self published
Sheesha Embroidery; self published
Issett, Ruth Textile Crafts; Chas. Scribner Sons, 1978
Jackson, Julie Subversive Cross Stitch: 33 Designs for Your Surly Side; Chronicle Books
Janes, Susan Niner New Ideas in Ribboncraft; 2003
Jeroy, Judy Creative Crewel Embroidery; Lark, 2008
Jinzenji, Yoshiko Quilt Artistry; Kodansha International, 2003
Johnson, E. Needlework and Embroidery Tools; Shire
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Jones, Deborah Machine Embroidery on Difficult Materials: a Machine Embroidery Guide to Success; Krause, 2009
Jones, M. E. A History of Western Embroidery; Studio Vista, 1961
Juracek, Judith Soft Surfaces: Visual Research for Artists, Architects, and Designers; W.W. Norton & Co., 2000
Kahn, Sherrill Creative Embellishments for Paper, Jewelry, Fabric & More; Martingale,
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Stitched Collage: Creative Effects on Paper and fabric; Martingale, 2008
Kazlauckas, Nancy Calligraphy with Thread: Using a Zagzag Stitch and a Regular Sewing Machine; MK Publishing, 2004
Kemshall, Linda & Kemshall, Laura &Nicholls, Catherine Thr3fold: The Journal of Creative Vision; www.thr3foldjournal.com
Kendrick, A. F. English Embroidery; Charles Scribner & Sons, 1905
Kerkhoven, M. & Quintin, S. Comfort Zones: Textiles in the Canadian Landscapes; Textile Museum of
Canada (Toronto), 2001
Keyes, Brenda Small Scale Embroidery; 2003
King, Bucky Designing Surface Stitchery with Form and Texture; Embroidery Guild of America, www.egausa.org
King, D. and Levey, S. Embroidery in Britain, 1200 to 1750 AD; Victoria and Albert Publishing
King, Kenneth Designer Bead Embroidery: 150 Patterns and Complete Techniques; Creative Publishing International, 2006
Knight, Lorna The Sewing Stitch Bible: An Illustrated Guide to Techniques and Materials; Search Press, 2007
Knight, Stella Exotic Fruits & Flowers in Needlepoint; Guild of Master Craftsmen, 2006
Kolb, Alice Sew Crazy with Decorative Threads and Stitches; American Quilter’s Society, 2002
Kooler, Donna Donna Kooler’s Kool Felt Embroidery; Kooler/Gillium, 2009
Donna Kooler’s 555 Cross Stitch Sampler Motifs, Lark, 2008
Donna Kooler’s Cross Stitch Flowers; Lark
Kooler & Gillum Donna Kooler’s Felt Embroidery; Lark, March 2009
Kreinik, Jacqueline Friedman Metallic Thread Embroidery; 2003
Kreinik & Caswell Metallic Thread Embroidery: A Practical Guide to Stitching Creatively with Metallic Threads; David and Charles Publishers, 2003
Krevitsky, Nik Stitchery: Art and Craft; Van Nostrand Reinhold, ISBN 0442245351
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Kummili, H. & Serafini, S. The Art of Bead Embroidery: Techniques, Designs & Inspirations; Kalmbach, 2007
Kusano, S. The Fine Art of Kimono Embroidery; Kodansha International, 2007
Langford, Pat Embroidery from Sketch to Stitch; Clearway Logistics Remainders
Laurie, Via Embroidery Techniques Using Space Dyed Threads; Search, 2009
Lehman, Libby Threadplay, Mastering Machine Embroidery Techniques; That Patchwork Place Publishing, 1997
Leisure Arts, eds. Fashionology, Embellish: Clothing & Accessories to Create Your Style
Lemon, Jane Metal Thread Embroidery; Sterling, 2005Embroidered Boxes; Batsford, 2003
Lidde, C. & Henderson, R. Stitch Divas: Girls Get Creative with Yarns and Threads; Search Press, 2009
Link, Nellie Stitching For Style: Fabric Manipulation for Self Trim; Liveright Corp, 1948, OCLC 164829
McAnge, Lily The Art of Madeira Embroidery
McCafferty, Bonnie Fantasy Fabrics: Techniques for Layered Surface Design; Martingale, 1999
McCready, Elian Elian McCready’s Needlepoint; David & Charles, 2005
McDonald, Jacqui Essential Stitch Guide; Search, February 2011
McGehee, Linda Linda McGehee’s Simply Sensational Bags: How to Stitch & Embellish Handbags, Totes & Satchels; 2000
McKeating, J. & Kettle, A. Machine Stitching: Perspectives; Quarry, 2010
McNeill, Moira Drawn Thread Embroidery; Batsford
Maidment, Liz Art Embroidery; Andre Deutsch, 1995
Manchester School of Embroidery Needlecraft Practical Journal #46 c. 1905 - Canvas Embroidery or
Needlepoint Designs; Ivy rose Vintage Reproductions, 2009
Marsh, C. Guide to Freestyle Embroidery; David and Charles Publisher
Marsh, Gail 19th Century Embroidery Techniques; Guild of Master Craftsmen, 2009
18th Century Embroidery Techniques; Guild of Master Craftsmen
Marsten, Gwen Gwen Marston’s Needlework Designs: American Quilter’s Society, 2005
Matthews, Kate Fiberarts Design Book 4; Lark, 1991, ISBN 0937274615
Maxwell, Fay Burning and Slashing; self publishedCrewel and Unusual; self-published
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Out of Shadows: Stumpwork Faces; self-publishedwww.fayandkay.co.uk
Meech, Sandra Connecting Art to Stitch; Batsford, 2009
Contemporary Quilts: Design, Surface, and Stitch; BT Batsford, 2003
Creative Quilts: Inspiration, Texture, and Stitch; Batsford, 2006
Landscapes in Contemporary Quilts: Creative Quilts, Inspiration, Texture and Stitch
Meng, Kari Treasured Notions: Inspirations and Craft Projects Using Vintage Beads, Buttons, Ribbons, and Trim fro Tinsel Trading Co.; Chronicle, 2010
Messant, Jan Celtic, Viking, and Anglo-Saxon Embroidery: the Art and Embroidery of Jan Messant; Search Press, 2010
Bayeux Tapestry Embroiderers’ Story; Search Press, 1999 (revised edition)
The Embroiderer’s Workbook: A Basic Embroidery Course Designed to Help Embroiderer’s Structure Their Approach to the Craft; St. Martin’s Press, 1988
Meyers, Jane C. An Encyclopedia of 101 Embroidery Stitches; American School of Needlework
Midgelow-Marsden, Alyson The Continuous Thread of Revelation; Artfully Bound, 2007, www.embroiderersguild.com
Midgelow-Marsden & MeadBetween the Sheets with Angelina; Word 4 Word Design and Publishing, 2003
Michler, J. Marsha Crazy Quilting: the Complete Guide; Krause, 2008
The Magic of Crazy Quilting: A Complete Resource for Embellished Quilting; Krause, 2003
Crazy Quilted Heirlooms and Gifts; Krause, 2001
Miller, Linda Creative Machine Embroidery; A & C Black, 2010
Mitrofanis, E. Threadwork: Silks, Stitches, Beads and Cords; Sally Milner Publishing, 2010www.searchpress.com
Needleweaving and Embroidery; Sally Milner Publishing, 2007
Moe, Sara Miller Spinning Pinwheel Quilts (CD Embroidery Designs and Appliqué Printables); Krause, 2007
Moffat, Lorna Silk Unraveled: Experimenting in Tearing, Fusing, Layering and Stitching; Dragon Threads Publishing, 2008
Monk, L. & McFee, C. Stitching the Textured Surface; Batsford, 2009www.purplemissus.blogspot.com (Lynda)www.textiletales.blogspot.com (Carol)www.fibreinform.com www.cyberfyberexhibition.blogspot.com
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Montano, Judith Baker Fiberart Montage: Combining Quilting, Embroidery, and Photos with
Embellishments; Dragon Press, 2009
Elegant Stitches: Illustrated Guide & Sourcebook of Inspiration; Watson-Guptill Baker, 1995
Floral Stitches: An Illustrated Guide; C & T Publisher*see braiding and ribbonwork book list
Morgan, Annette Creative Fabric Techniques for Quilters, Embroiderers, and Textile Artist (CD PDF file); Rainbow Disks, 2010www.rainbowdisks.com
Morrall & Watt Twixt Art and Nature: English Embroidery from the Metropolitan Museum of Art 1580 -1700; Yale, 2008
Mostek, Pamela Dazzling Quilts: Easy Glitz, Instant Glamour; Martingale
Myers, Carole A Primer of Left-Handed Embroidery; Scribner, 1974
Nelson, Patricia Creative Machine Stitching: Special Effects for Quilters and More; That Patchwork Place
Nichol, Kit Painting with Thread: Simple Embroidered Pictures to Make and Cherish; Collins and Brown, 2000
Painting with Thread: Embroidered Pictures to Make and Cherish; Collins and Brown, 2003
Nicolas, Jane Stumpwork Dragonflies; Milnar CraftStumpwork Embroidery: a Collection of Fruits, Flowers, and Insects; Milnar CraftEmbroidery Designs and Projects; Milnar Craft
Nicol, Kit Painting with Thread; 2000
Nordsford-Clark, Jill Needlelace: Techniques and Inspirations; Search Press
Ogura, Yukiko Beaded Embroidery; Japan Publishing
Orban, Nancy Fiberarts Design Book 6; Sterling, 1999, ISBN 1579901263; reprint Lark 1994, ISBN 0937274712
Paar, Ann The Art of Stitching on Metal; Search Press, 2009
Paine, Sheila Embroidered Textiles; Thames and Hudson, 2008
Paulson, Alice Embroidery Companion: Classic Designs for Modern Living; Potter Craft, 2010
Pearce, Helan Beaded Dimensional Embroidery; Sally Milner Publisher, 2004
Peltason, Ruth Folk Art Needlepoint: 20 Projects Adapted From Objects in the American Folk Art Museum; Potter Craft, 2008
Pendray, Shay The Needleworker’s Companion; Interweave
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Shay Pendray's Inventive Needlework: Techniques & Inspiration for Gold Work, Painted Canvas, and Shading; Krause, 2004
Pepin Press eds. Embroidery (Fashion and Textiles); Pepin Press, October 2011Turkish Designs; Pepin Press, 2010Puerto Rican Tile Designs, Pepin Press, 2010Art Nouveau Tiles; Pepin Press, 2009Geometric Patterns; Pepin Press, 2009Fabric Textiles and Design; Pepin Press, 2008Decorative Patterns from Italy; Pepin Press, 2008Repeating Patterns, 1000-1800; Pepin Press, 2008Marbled Paper Designs; Pepin Press, 2008Kimono Patterns; Pepin Press, 2007Art Deco Fashion; Pepin Press, 2007Medieval Patterns; Pepin Press, 2006Baroque Patterns; Pepin Press, 2006Floral Patterns; Pepin Press, 2006Gothic Patterns; Pepin Press, 2006Renaissance Patterns; Pepin Press, 2005Watercolor Patterns; Pepin Press, 2005Fancy Designs; Pepin Press, 2005Japanese Patterns; Pepin Press, 2005Chinese Patterns; Pepin Press, 2005Persian Designs; Pepin Press, 2002
Perkins, Kelli Stitch Alchemy: Combining Fabric & Paper for Mixed Media Art; Interweave Press, 2009
Piecework Magazine, Eds. Weldon’s Practical Needlework, Volumes 1 – 12; Piecework Magazine
Pike, K. & Landy, L. Elegant Embroidery; Allen & Unwin, 1991
Piper Pub., eds. Miss Lambert’s 1846 Decorative Needlework; ISBN 0-9717605-8-6
1838 The Workman’s Guide to a Lady (needlework manual); ISBN 0-9717605-4-3; www.piperpublishing.com
Prince, Nancy Simple Thread Painting: Quilt Savvy; AQS, 2004
Proctor & Lew Surface Design for Fabric; University of Washington Press, 1995 [revised] Pullen, Michelle An Introduction to Machine Cutwork
Rae, Aimee Doodle Stitching: Fresh and Fun Embroidery for Beginner’s; Lark
Randle, Barbara Barbara Randle’s Crazy Quilting with Attitude; Krause, 2003Barbara Randle’s More Crazy Quilting with Attitude; Krause, 2005
Rangeley, Sue Embroidered Originals; d4daisy Books, 2010 Rankin, Chris Creative Smocking; Lark Books, 2002
Ray, Amie Doodle Stitching: Fresh and Fun Embroidery for the Beginner; Lark, 2007
Rayment, Jennie Creative Tucks and Textures for Quilts and Embroidery; Quilter’s Resource, 2004
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Tinkering With Texture; JR Publisher, 2002Tucked Up in Bed; JR Publisher, 1999Tucks and Textures and Pleats; JR Publisher, 1994Tucks and Textures Two; JR Publisher, 1997
Read, Patricia 50 New Milanese Lace Patterns; Batsford, 2005
Rigdon, R. & Stewart, Z. Ant-Craft: Knitting, Beading, and Stitching for the Slightly Sinister; North Light Books, 2007
Rocca, Federico Embroidery: Italian Fashion; Damiani, 2006
Roche, Eileen Contemporary Machine Embroidered Accessories with DVD; Krause, 2007
Contemporary Machine Embroidered Fashions: Transform Everyday Garments into Designer Originals; Krause
Rollerson, Dale Surface Tension: Embellish and Stitch for the Creative Artist
Ross, J. I. Beginner’s Guide to Ottoman Embroidery; Search Press
Russell, Beth Arts and Crafts Needlepoint: 25 Needlepoint Projects; Anova, 2006
Beth Russell's William Morris Needlepoint; Crown, 1995
Beth Russell's Traditional Needlepoint; Reader’s Digest, 1992
Victorian Needlepoint; Collins and Brown, 1996
Rust, Graham Graham Rust’s Needlepoint Designs; Harry Abrams, 1998
Samples, Carol Treasury of Crazy Quilt Stitches; AQS Publishing
Saulter, F The Bargello Book; A & C Black
Saunders, S Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Techniques; Batsford
Schoesser, Mary English Church Embroidery; Watts & Co.
Schwarz, Tilleke Mark Making; Alkman, [email protected]
Schuette, M. & Muller-Christensen Domestic Needlework: Its Origins and Customs throughout the Centuries;
Charles Scribner & Sons, 1926
Scott, Jack Textile Perspectives in Mixed Media Sculpture; Crowood Press, 2003 Scrivano, Sandy Creative Surface Design; Taunton, 2002
Search Press, ed. Designs from The Book of Kells; Search Press, 2009Beginner’s Guide to Tatting; Search Press, 2009A – Z of Needlepoint; Search PressA – Z of Thread Painting; Search PressEmbroidery Pattern Book; Search Press
Searle, Elizabeth Helene Fun to Wear Fabric Flowers
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Serena, R. Embroideries and Patterns from 19th Century Vienna; Antique Collector’s Club
Serafini, Sherry Sherry Serafini’s Sensational Bead Embroidery; Lark April 2011
Sew News & Creative All About Machine Arts: Decorative Techniques from A to Z; C & T Machine Embroidery Publishing, 2004
Shaughnessy, Katherine The New Crewel; Lark, 2007
Sherris, Shirley Anne Embroidered Jewelry; Batsford, 2009
Shinn, Carol Free Style Machine Embroidery: Techniques and Inspirations for Fiber Artists; Interweave, 2009
Shrader, Valerie Van Arsdale Exquisite Embellishments for Your Clothes, Lark, 2006
Siegler-Lathrop, Dominique Secrets of Needlepoint; Down East
Sleigh, Mary African Inspiration in Embroidery; Batsford, 2004
Snyderman Works Gallery Barbara Lee Smith: Going Out Going In: the Language of Landscape exhibition catalog, Snyderman Gallery, order from [email protected]
Springall, Diana Inspired to Stitch: 21 Textile Artists; A & C Black, 2005
Canvas Embroidery; Batsford, 1980
Srivastava, Munni Embroidery Techniques from East and West; Batsford, 2005
Embroidery Techniques from East and West: Texture and Color for Quilter’s and Embroiderers; Trafalgar Square, 2001
Stanton, Yvette Left-Handed Embroiderer’s Companion: Step-by-Step Stitch Dictionary; Vetty Creations, 2010
Right-Handed Embroiderer’s Companion: Step-by-Step Dictionary; Vetty Creations, 2010
Stanton & Scott Montemellick Embroidery: Inspired by Nature; Vetty Creations, 2004 Stevens, Helen M. Helen Stevens’ Embroidered Gardens; David and Charles, 2008
The Myth & Magic of Embroidery; 2005Helen M. Stevens’ World of Embroidery; 2002The Timeless Art of Embroidery; 2001
Stori, Mary Embellishing with Felted Wool: 16 Projects with Appliqué, Beads and Buttons and Embroidery; C & T, 2007
Singer, M. & Spyrou, M. Textile Surface Decoration; A & C Black, July 2007 Smith, Barbara Lee Celebrating the Stitch; Taunton, 1991
Srivastava, Munni Embroidery Techniques from East and West: Texture and Colour fro Quilters and Embroiderers; Batsford, 2005
Sullivan, R Needlework Tools and Accessories, a Dutch Tradition; Antique Collector’s Club
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Surhone, et al. Patchwork: Needlework, Geometric Shape, Quilt, Pattern, Crazy Quilting, Victorian Era, Velvet, Silk; Betascript, 2010
Sussman, Pam Fabric Art Journals: Making, Sewing, and Embellishing Journals from Cloth and Fibers; Quarry Books, 2005
Fabric Art Journals; Rockport, ASIN B 000GSG4B0
Swain, Gabrielle Master Class Series DVDs:Creativity on DemandBorrowed Tools: Surface Design for Appliqué Hand Appliqué Hand Quilting: Design Techniques and Inspirational Threads
Swain, M. The Needlework of Mary Queen of Scots; Ruth Bean Publishers
Ayrshire and Other Whitework; Shire, 2008
Synge, L. Art of Embroidery; Antique Collector’s Club
Tagawa, Keiji Precious Bead Embroidery; 2001
Tamura, Shuji The Techniques of Japanese Embroidery, Krause, 1998
Taylor, Beryl Mixed Media Explorations: Blending Paper, Fabric, and Embellishments to Create Inspired Designs; Quarry Books, 2006
Tellier-Laumagne, F. The Art of Embroidery Inspirational Stitches, Textures, and Surfaces; Thames and Hudson, 2007
Terry, Kayte Creative Embellishing; Collins and Brown, 2008
Thompson, Angela Embroiderers’ and Quilters’ Sourcebook: 1000 Textile Images; Batsford, 2005
Embroidery with Beads; Lacis, 1992
Thittachai, Kim Experimental Textiles: a Journey through Design, Interpretation, and Inspiration; Batsford, 2009
Threads Magazine Distinctive Details: Great Embellishment Techniques for Clothing, Taunton, 1995
Toumi, Lucille Stitched Textile Collage: Innovative Designs for Textured Surfaces; North Light Books
Trott, Pat Beginner’s Guide to Mountmellick Embroidery; Search Press, 2002
Three Dimensional Embroidery Stitches; Search Press, 2005
Turpin-Delport & Wepener Embroidered Flora and Fauna: Three Dimensional Embroidery; Search 2008
Twigg, Jeanne Embroidery Machine Essentials: Basic Techniques; Krause, 2003
More Machine Essentials: How to Customize, Edit, and Create Decorative Designs; Krause, 2003
Valley, Stephanie Embellishments A to Z: an Idea Book; Taunton, 1999
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Van Horn, Larkin J. Beading on Fabric: Encyclopedia of Bead Stitch Techniques; Interweave Press, 2006
Van Niekerk, Di Monograms and Words in Ribbon Embroidery; Metz Press, 2009
Cicely Mary Barker’s Flower Fairies in Ribbon Embroidery and Stumpwork; Search Press, 2009
The Threads & Crafts Book of Ribbon Embroidery and Stumpwork; Search Press, 2005
Dreamscapes in Ribbon Embroidery and Stumpwork; Search Press, 2005A Perfect World in Ribbon Embroidery and Stumpwork; Search Press, 2006
Waldschmitt, Elaine Embellishment Potpourri DVD; Nancy’s Notions, 2010
Wark, Edna Drawn Thread Embroidery: a Guide to Pulled Thread Work; Batsford, revised 2000
Wasilowski, Laura Fusing Fun: Fast and Furious Art Quilts; C & T Publisher, 2005
Wasinger, Susan The Feisty Stitcher; Lark, 2010
Watts, Pam Beginner’s Guide to Machine Embroidery; BatsfordEmbroidered Flowers; Batsford, 2003Machine Embroidery: Ideas and Techniques; Batsford, 1992
Weir, Shelagh Embroidery from Palestine; U. of Washington Press, 2007
West, Deanna Hall An Encyclopedia of Ribbon Embroidery Flowers: 121 Designs (American School of Needlework #3405); ASN Publishing, 1995
White, Terry Thread Painting Made Easy; American Quilter’s Society, 2008
Wiener, Leni L. Thread Painting: Simple Techniques to Add Texture and Dimension; Krause, 2007
Wilcox, Donald J. New Design in Stitchery; Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1970, LC Card # 74126869
Wilholt, Alice Crazy Patchwork; AQS Publishing, 2009 Wolff, Colette The Art of Fabric Manipulation; Chilton, 1996, ISBN 0801984963
Wood, D. Rennie McIntosh Inspirations in Embroidery; Batsford
Woodsford, Elli Designer Machine Embroidery and Textile Decoration: Creating Accessories for Your Body and Soul; Quarry Books, 2006
Yale Press, eds. English Embroidery from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1580-1700 ‘Twixt Art and Nature exhibition catalog; Yale U. Press. www.yalepress.edu
Zieman, Nancy Threads Guidebook: the Story Unwinds; Nancy’s Notions, 2010
Embroidery Websites
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www.thegiftofstitching.com Online cross stitch magazinewww.webofthread.com Supplieswww.egausa.org Embroiderer’s Guild of Americawww.joggles.com Supplieswww.quiltingarts.com Publications and supplieswww.buttonemporium.com Supplieswww.out-of-hand.com Supplieswww.bohemianelement.com Supplieswww.azabu-ya.com Japanese fabrics and supplieswww.homesteadquilting.com Supplieswww.thetextilemuseum.org Washington, D.C. Museum, Jenkins Library, exhibits, shopwww.textilecentermn.org Extensive library www.lacis.com Lace trims, toolswww.embroiderersguild.com/magazines
Stitch Magazine and World of Embroidery Magazine, bookswww.countrybumpkin.com Australian Smocking and Embroidery Magazinewww.dmc-usa.com flosswww.allfiberarts.com Comprehensive site with resources and informationwww.inaminuteago.com Excellent stitch dictionary and informationwww.go-make-art.com Online classes and Astarte’s Mega-Zine craft magazinewww.tennesseesamplers.com Preserving Tennessee’s needlework heritage www.annieskeepers.com Needlework accessories and supplieswww.colonialneedle.com Needlework accessories and supplieswww.weeksdyeworks.com Threads, needlework accessories and supplieswww.wool2dye4.com Threads, needlework accessories and supplieswww.caron-net.com Needlework accessories and supplieswww.sudberry.com Needlework accessories and supplieswww.sublimestitching.com Embroidery supplies and how-tos by Jenny Hartwww.leedstapestry.org.uk Group sponsoring the Leeds Tapestry Projectwww.nma.gov.au/collections/collection-interactives/crimson-thread-of-kinship
National Museum of Australia’s link to the Crimson Thread of Kinship, a 12-meter long embroidery about the story of Australia, to commemorate Australia’s Centennial in 2001
www.interweave.com/books/corrections.asp Corrections for patterns in the Interweave Books
www.quiltware.com/silk.asp Silk Ribbonswww.needlemagazine.comwww.handembroiderynetwork.com www.thingshandmade.blogspot.com www.sarahwhittle.com White work embroiderywww.cross-stitching.com/mags.asp
Several cross stitching magazine links www.just-crossstitch.com Cross stitch magazinewww.cmemag.com Creative Machine Embroidery Magazine www.dzgns.com Designs in Machine Embroidery Magazinesarahwhittle.blogspot.com Embroidery blogwww.tinseltrading.com NYC trims and notions, 1 W 37th St, NYC, 10018, 212-730-1030www.vvrouleaux.com Ribbons, trims, flowers; Cliveden Place, London, Englandwww.tissue-moline.com Tassels and passementeries; 1 Place St.-Pierre, Paris, Francewww.ladrougerie.com French beads and craft supplies; 9-11 Rue du Jour, Paris, Francewww.vintagepassementarie.com French millinery ribbons, metallic trim, passementeries;
8600 SE Stark St., Portland, OR 97216, 503-256-8600www.1860-1960.com Vintage fashions, trims and treasureswww.shinegallery.com Old store stock, vintage trims and itemswww.rosemille.com Vintage notions; 125 South Main, Stillwater, MN 55082, 651-439-0205www.jenniferosner.com Antique textiles and laceswww.niftythriftydrygoods.com Susan Gower’s site for vintage trims and buttonswww.scrap-sf.org Scroungers’ Center for Reusable Art Parts, 801 Toland St.,
San Francisco, CA. 415-647-1746Tail of the Yak Vintage trinkets, trims, notions; 2632 Ashby Ave.,
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Berkeley, CA 510-841-9891www.wendyaddison.net Theatre of Dreams shop open 6 times per year;
Porta Costa, CA 510-787-2164www.blumchen.com Antique tinsels, metallic trims, etc.www.accessoriesofold.com Embellishments & vintage fashion accessories from S. African
haberdashery of the 1920’s; 4822 St. Elmo Ave., Bethesda, MD 301-760-7228
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