Machine Stitch
Machine Stitch

Author: Alice Kettle

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2010-08-04

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 0713688688

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This unique book collection culls the expertise of academics and the actual embroidery machines archives of Manchester Metropolitan University in Great Britain whose specialist embroidery department has been instrumental in artistic and educational innovations in textiles since the 1960s. This book is the definitive record of the vast number of machines from the traditional Irish Embroidery machines to the latest generation of computerized sewing machines and features a rich and fascinating record of the machines themselves and the samples and artwork that were produced on them. Each contributor gives their own individual perspective on machine stitch and the book illustrates how key machines can be applied to the artistic, industrial and domestic practice and shows how to combine techniques and develop new ideas in machine embroidery, a creative medium that is flourishing in both design and production.

The Complete Machine Embroidery Manual
The Complete Machine Embroidery Manual

Author: Elizabeth Keegan

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781782210993

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This title provides everything sewing machine users need to know, from the types and formats of embroidery design available, how to get them off the internet and into their machine, how to stabilise fabric, which threads and needles to use, and how to use these designs creatively for beautiful results.

Machine Embroidery Stitch Techniques
Machine Embroidery Stitch Techniques

Author: Valerie Campbell-Harding

Publisher: Batsford

Published: 2003-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780713486018

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This volume, written by two experienced teachers of embroidery, shows how to gain mastery over your sewing machine and produce exactly the effect you want. Techniques include running stitch, zig zag, satin stitch, whip stitch, combined stitches and cable stitch.

Stitch, Dissolve, Distort with Machine Embroidery
Stitch, Dissolve, Distort with Machine Embroidery

Author: Valerie Campbell-Harding

Publisher: Interweave

Published: 2007-09-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781596680500

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Featuring new and exciting techniques on how to dissolve, melt, and distort fabric both before and after stitching, this guide explores the evolving and innovative materials that are introduced into the textile market and instructs fiber artists how to use them creatively and effectively. Whether dissolving, melting, punching, slashing, or distorting textiles, crafters can achieve fascinating effects using the handbook's easy-to-follow steps, design tips, and diagrams. The book's organization around three themes--stitch, dissolve, and distort--allows experienced embroiderers to easily incorporate fresh ideas into their favorite stitching styles.

Retro Stitchery
Retro Stitchery

Author: Beverly McCullough

Publisher: Martingale

Published: 2021-03-19

Total Pages: 67

ISBN-13: 1683561376

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Spend an evening stitching any of the designs in this book and you'll instantly remember what you've always loved about embroidery: it's fun, you can see the design quickly take shape right before your eyes, and in the end you have a delightful piece to brighten your home or office. From beautiful florals to inspirational sayings to whimsical tacos (yes, tacos!), you'll find more than a dozen designs to make you smile. Beverly McCullough of Flamingo Toes provides easy embroidery and finishing instructions so you can display pieces in hoops, on pillows or zip bags, and even on cork and clothing. Beverly's inspiring designs and ideas will make it a pleasure to take each stitch.

The Complete Book of Machine Embroidery
The Complete Book of Machine Embroidery

Author: Robbie Fanning

Publisher:

Published: 1986

Total Pages: 283

ISBN-13: 9780801976483

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Provides information on design transfer, applique, basic and advanced embroidery techniques, automatic stitches, machine accessories, special fabrics, and lettering, and includes a dozen project ideas

Creative Machine Embroidery
Creative Machine Embroidery

Author: Gail Harker

Publisher: Potomac Books

Published: 2000-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781574882711

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An excellent introduction for anyone wanting to learn a portfolio of original, creative machine embroidery techniques. Included are steps to finding and developing designs and themes to be used by the reader in the creation of their own original designs. Step-by-step, the book then leads to the selection and preparation of appropriate fabric and threads, the application of design to fabric, and the working of machine stitches to depict and enhance the selected design.