Stitch with One Line

Description

With these beginner-friendly projects, turn one-line drawingsdesigns that capture the essence of an objectinto embroidered art.

Winsome . . . The spare, minimalist designs are simple yet stylish . . . This is a great starting point for beginner embroiderers. Publishers Weekly

Focuses on stitching in clean,contemporary, minimalist style.

33 simple projects using simple techniques fit busy lifestyles nicely!

All projects are personalizable.

All designs are made using only 5 simple stitches.

Includes machine-stitching options.

Enables you to make one-line patterns from drawings you find anywhere, includingyour own!

Many stitchers and embroidery fans love the aesthetic of minimalism, and one-line designs appeal due to their perfect clarity and style. In the early 20th century, one-line drawings were made fashionable by no less a figure than Pablo Picasso. Here crafters learn why one-line stitched designs are so powerful and how they work.

The projects range from easy to advanced, plus readers learn to make one-line designs from any interesting object they see.

Here’s a sampling of the 33 projects included:

For the Home:
Velvet Eucalyptus Cushion
Panda on Cork
Hummingbird Dish Towels
Naive Art Vase
Faces Coverlet

Wearables:
BlossomVelvetShoes
Modern Art Jeans
Selfie Sweater
Elephant Straw Bag
Beauty in Bloom Tank Top[AuthorName]By Martina Unterfrauner and Nuray Hatun[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Martina Unterfrauner is a graphic designer and the author of several books on collage, weaving, and more, so she is an expert on the power of the line. She lives in Munich.
Nuray Hatun, a master tailor specializing in cutting and pattern design, works at a dressmaking training center, where she met Martina. The two of them have since collaborated on fashion shows and fiber art projects. She lives in Munich.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]80 color images and b/w patterns[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]33 Easy-to-Embroider Minimalist Designs[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]80 color images and b/w patterns[/ColorPattern]