Mountmellick embroidery is a style of embroidery dating from around 1825 and originating from the town of Mountmellick in County Laois, Ireland. The embroidery is always white on white with a floral motif interpreted in highly textured stitching.
This book contains 15 beautiful projects created to appeal to a wide range of contemporary tastes. Each project has been especially designed for this book and is graded from beginner, intermediate to advance level.
The book contains easy-to-follow step-by-step stitch and knitting instructions, project instructions, clear black and white diagrams, and a colour photograph of each finished project.
There are two chapters of projects: One with traditional style designs and applications, and the other with traditional designs with contemporary applications. Whatever the reader's experience or tastes, 'Mountmellick Embroidery: Inspired By nature' has a range of projects to satisfy and creative desires.
Features:
- Easy-to-follow instructions and illustrations
- Pull-out full size patterns at end of book
- Beautiful colour photographs
