An Elizabethan Christmas

An Elizabethan Christmas by Sheila Marshall

This is the fourth title in the Elizabethan Needlework series and the second title authored by Sheila Marshall. The book includes an introduction explaining the decorations and their relationship to the life and times of the Elizabethans, Elizabethan Notes which details the art of Elizabethan Embroidery, Necessities which explains the materials needed to complete the projects and an extensive and thorough stitch guide that expertly explains the stitches used to complete the projects. The projects included are Eglantine Rose, Butterfly, Knight, Boot, Glove, Falcon, Lion and Unicorn, Lute, Cushion, 'Swete' Bag, 'Undress' Cap, Book Cover and Holly Leaves and Berries. This is an absolutely gorgeous selection of ornaments.

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