The Art of Madeira Embroidery by Lillie McAnge

This book is for both the beginner and the accomplished stitcher. Following an introduction to the island of Madeira and the history of Madeira embroidery, the author discusses in detail the embroidery process, the materials and the factories. This discussion is followed by beautifully illustrated step-by-step diagrams for all the basic embroidery stitches including Outline-stem (ponto de corda), Backstitch (ponto atraz), Satin Dots (rondels-granitos), Satin Dots for flower cluster (five granito bastido), Eyelet (ilho aberto), Open Leaf (folha aberta), Satin Circle (ilho fechado), Padded Satin Leaf (folha fechada bastido), Closed Blanket-Buttonhole (caseado liso), Shadow Work (ponto de sombra), Pin Stitch (Applique) (ponto frances), Whipped Running Stitch (ponto de cordao) (corded satin) (corded stem), Pulled Thread (fil tire) (arrendado), Seed Stitch (pesponto), Scalloped Blanket-Buttonhole (caseado bastido) and Long and Short (matiz). Finally, complete instructions are given for four Madeira linen projects for you to try including a Madeira Needle Case, a Basket of Flowers Hand Towel, a Butterflies are Free Hand Towel and a Detachable Applique Rose Case.

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