Beginner’s Guide to Embroidery and Needle Painting

A detailed project guide for experienced embroiderers to design their own nature embroidery patterns and projects inspired by their own photos to make their own custom template Includes 15 step-by-step projects for both hoops, home decor, and clothes, as well as thorough insight on how to design and create original nature portraits Features overviews on tools, embroidery stitches, and essential skills required throughout a project from start to finish Contains clear guidance on each stage of designing your own embroidery pattern, including finding inspiration, taking a photo, making a line art template, transferring the pattern, thread painting, and more Author Sarah Godfrey is a talented fiber artist, designer, owner of The Lake of Spring, and author of Organza Hoop Art