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A–Z of Smocking
A Complete Manual for the Beginner Through to the Advanced Smocker
Country Bumpkin
A comprehensive guide to this beautiful predecessor to elastic for every crafter, from those just starting out to those looking to step up their skills.
A–Z of Smocking features every smocking stitch, clearly explained for beginners, but also has inspiring examples and new or little-known techniques to appeal to experienced smockers. It shows you how to work the stitches, read graphs, and select colors, fabric, and threads. Learn how to pleat and block a garment, with advice on different techniques such as ribbon weaving, counterchange, template, and freeform smocking, and much more. This book is bursting with hints for all the stitches and techniques, as well as beautiful photographs of smocked garments to encourage the reader to pick up a needle. There is even full advice on the fabric, needles, and thread needed, and a glossary of smocking terms.
Praise for the series
“The A–Z series has truly stood the test of time and remains one of the most comprehensive, easy-to-use guides available to embroidery, knitting, and crochet.” —Kathy Troup, Editor, Stitch magazine
A–Z of Smocking features every smocking stitch, clearly explained for beginners, but also has inspiring examples and new or little-known techniques to appeal to experienced smockers. It shows you how to work the stitches, read graphs, and select colors, fabric, and threads. Learn how to pleat and block a garment, with advice on different techniques such as ribbon weaving, counterchange, template, and freeform smocking, and much more. This book is bursting with hints for all the stitches and techniques, as well as beautiful photographs of smocked garments to encourage the reader to pick up a needle. There is even full advice on the fabric, needles, and thread needed, and a glossary of smocking terms.
Praise for the series
“The A–Z series has truly stood the test of time and remains one of the most comprehensive, easy-to-use guides available to embroidery, knitting, and crochet.” —Kathy Troup, Editor, Stitch magazine
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