Writing the blurb for the back of a book is an interesting challenge. You have to succinctly describe the contents of the book in such a way that it is irresistible to the reader! It is quite a challenge.
Following are some suggestions for the blurb for my new book “Portuguese Whitework”. I’d love your feedback, comments and suggestions for improvement. Which one grabs you most, and how can I improve upon it?
Thanks!
1. Portuguese Whitework is a gorgeous form of embroidery from Guimarães in the north of Portugal. The combination of drawn thread work and bullion embroidery create a strikingly beautiful style which is sure to delight beginners and experienced embroiderers alike. This book features a range of projects: small ones that could be given as gifts, medium sized projects for yourself or someone special, right up to an heirloom tablecloth. The projects are supported with in depth step-by-step technique instructions, so that all can learn this exquisite form of embroidery.
2. The latest stunning book from whitework specialist, Yvette Stanton: “Portuguese Whitework”, featuring an exquisite style of needlework from the north of Portugal, will inspire and delight you. Drawn thread work and bullion embroidery combine to create a strikingly beautiful style. Packed with step-by-step instructions, you will learn all you need to know to create your own masterpieces and heirlooms. A range of projects, large and small, for beginners through to advanced stitchers.
3. Portuguese Whitework, an exquisite embroidery from the north of Portugal, will inspire and delight you. Packed with step-by-step instructions, you will learn all you need to know to create your own masterpieces. A range of projects, large and small, for beginners through to advanced stitchers.
4. Lovers of whitework will be inspired and delighted by Portuguese Whitework, the latest book from whitework specialist, Yvette Stanton. It features an exquisite form of embroidery from Guimarães in the north of Portugal, in which drawn thread work and bullion embroidery combine to create a stunningly gorgeous style. Packed with step-by-step instructions, you will learn all you need to know to create your own masterpieces and heirlooms. A range of projects, large and small, for beginners through to advanced stitchers.
White Threads is the blog of Yvette Stanton, the author, designer, publisher behind Vetty Creations' quality needlework books and embroidery products.
2. The latest stunning book from whitework specialist,Yvette Stanton:“Portuguese Whitework”,featuring an exquisite style of needlework from the north of Portugal,will inspire and delight you. Drawn thread work and bullion embroidery combine to create a strikingly beautiful style. Packed with step-by-step instructions,you will learn all you need to know to create your own
masterpieces and heirlooms. A range of projects,large and small,for beginners through to advanced stitchers.
Hi Yvette, I’m going for this blurb because for me it reads very well and it works for me ….the only change I would make is to add in the name of the place in the North of Portugal…wish you all the best in making your final decision….look forward to seeing your new book when it comes out…..Linda
Thanks Linda – and great suggestion! Thank you!
I’d go for number four, I think, slightly tweaked:
Lovers of whitework will be inspired and delighted by Portuguese Whitework, the latest book from whitework specialist, Yvette Stanton. It features an exquisite form of embroidery from Guimarães in the north of Portugal, which combines drawn thread work and bullion embroidery to create a truly gorgeous style. Packed with step-by-step instructions, you will learn all you need to know to design your own masterpieces and heirlooms. The book includes a range of projects, large and small, for beginners through to advanced stitchers, which will provide readers with examples and practice pieces.
Thanks Rachel, your input is much appreciated!
I like the fourth one too–but I’d change this sentence around a bit: “Packed with step-by-step instructions,you..” I don’t think you mean that the reader is packed with instructions. 🙂
How about “Packed with step-by-step instructions, the book includes a range of projects–large and small,for beginners through to advanced stitchers–which will provide readers with examples and practice pieces. You will learn all you need to know to design your own masterpieces and heirlooms.”
my suggestion: Discover the exquisite whitework of Guimarães, in northern Portugal. Drawn thread work and bullion embroidery create a strikingly beautiful style sure to delight beginners and experienced embroiderers alike. Packed with step-by-step instructions, you will learn all you need to know to create your own masterpieces and heirlooms. The book offers a range of projects, large and small, for beginners through advanced stitchers.
Thanks Carol, you’ve given me a lovely laugh! Thanks for your feedback.
Thanks Hannah. You have a very nice way with words. 🙂
I like No 4, with “The projects are supported with in depth step-by-step technique instructions,so that all can learn this exquisite form of embroidery.” from No 1 added in at the end.
Thanks Elmsley Rose!
I prefer #2. It invites me to explore the book further, then hopefully buy it!
Thank you Rhea!
,muy facil de comprender ,para cualquier bordadora ,en el lugar que habite ,,,con claros detalles,muy aplicables a nuestro estilo y creatividad,mescla de materiales y color,siempre es bueno tomar ideas ,ala hora de ejecutar una obra’
‘es mi aporte ‘
Thank you Lidia!
Hi Yvette
I also like number 2. It grabs my attention, don’t be shy at promoting yourself!
Thanks very much Pam! I am not the sort to put myself forward, except in the case of promoting my books!
I like 1,2 and 4. Very hard to choose, but I like the inclusion of beginners to advanced and probably your description of the actual stitches.
Gosh, I always had thought that someone else wrote the blurb, not the author!!
cheers
Julie in Oz
Thanks Julie! In my case I am also the “someone else” because I am the publisher of my books. 🙂
Hi Yvette, I pinched the bits I liked best from each offering (yours and those in the comments) and came up with this.
Portuguese Whitework, the latest stunning book from whitework specialist, Yvette Stanton, will inspire and delight you. It features an exquisite form of embroidery from Guimarães in the north of Portugal, in which drawn thread work and bullion embroidery are combined to great effect. This book is packed with step-by-step instructions and includes a range of projects, large and small, for beginners through to advanced stitchers. You will learn all you need to know to create your own gorgeous masterpieces and heirlooms.
Wow Carol. I like that very much! 🙂 Thank you!