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    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

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Paint with Needle and Thread: A Step-By-Step Guide to Chinese Embroidery

Paint with Needle and Thread: A Step-By-Step Guide to Chinese Embroidery

Qiao, Shuang

Paperback

Crafts GeneralChinese ArtGeneral Needlework

Publisher Price: $21.95

ISBN10: 1632880008
ISBN13: 9781632880000
Publisher: Shanghai Press
Published: Dec 20 2023
Pages: 212
Weight: 1.65
Height: 0.40 Width: 7.33 Depth: 10.24
Language: English
Embroidery is one of the most typical traditional crafts in China, and has been practiced for two to three thousand years-- an art form that has survived through time. This book combines the most classic techniques of Chinese embroidery with modern aesthetics to offer a new creative experience. A comprehensive guide to embroidery, the book is illustrated with detailed text, close-up photographs and computer graphics, and step-by-step explanations of the process of embroidery. This book will help you to: - Understand the unique aesthetic designs and color schemes that have emerged from traditional Chinese embroidery; - Fully master the tools, materials, and basic techniques used in embroidery; - Learn nearly 20 classic Chinese embroidery techniques, and use each one to embroider a beautiful small-sized piece or pattern; - Produce around 10 pieces, including butterflies, flowers, and kingfishers, integrating a variety of techniques; - Gain new inspiration and stimulate your imagination and creativity for new projects. - Find transfer patterns for each piece in the appendix for you to print out and use.

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