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Jane Nicholas is one of the world's leading embroiderers, specializing in stumpwork. Her exquisite embroideries in goldwork and stumpwork are inspired by Japanese family crests, a subject that has fascinated her for many years.
In this book, Jane has selected 12 designs and interpreted them in a variety of ways using combinations of goldwork, and raised and surface stitching. The projects feature a charming array of motifs including butterflies and other insects, Japanese plants and flowers. Measuring just 10cm (4in) square, each is worked on an assortment of silk Japanese kimono fabrics, and is accompanied by detailed instructions, a stitch diagram and the outline for the design.
At the start of the book there is a fascinating history of Japanese family crests, followed by a stitch directory and a techniques section covering how to prepare your background fabric, how to transfer the design and how to work with wire. Illustrated throughout with sumptuous photography and informative diagrams, this is a treasure trove of ideas and inspiration for embroiderers and lovers of Japanese culture alike.
The history of Japanese family crests6 Tools and equipment12 Stitch directory 14 Techniques 22
THE PROJECTS 28 Slate Butterfly 30 Copper Butterfly 40 Amethyst Butterfly 52 Gold Butterflies 64 Pink Plum Blossom 74 Green Japanese Ginger Plant 82 Orange Chrysanthemums 90 Cherry Blossom and Ladybird 98 Iris and Mayfly 108 Peony and Bumblebee 122 Lotus and Praying Mantis 136 Morning Glory and Grasshopper 156
Templates 170 Bibliography and further reading 182 Credits 183 Index 184
Jane Nicholas is one of the world’s leading embroiderers and has worked in the field for over 30 years, specializing in stumpwork and goldwork. She has written ten books and has contributed widely to journals and magazines. She teaches in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the US, and continues to research and develop new techniques, particularly in stumpwork. In 2005, Jane was awarded the Order of Australia Medal (OAM), for her 'services to hand embroidery as an artist, teacher and author'. Jane lives in New South Wales, Australia. For more information visit her website www.janenicholas.com
By Jane Nicholas
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