“Hardanger Filling Stitches: A Step-by-Step Handbook” by Yvette Stanton, is now available for pre-order! The book will be published in mid-late 2023.
• 60+ stitches with many variations
• A band sampler project to try out most of the stitches
• Left- and right-handed step-by-step stitch instructions
• 280 pages (it’s a thick, *heavy* book, jam-packed with information!)
• 195 x 275mm
• Published mid-late 2023
• ISBN 978-0-6457610-0-9
What’s in the book?
This book is in the same style as my previous stitch dictionaries. It has detailed step-by-step instructions, with a diagram for each step. There are both left- and right-handed instructions. Photos show how the stitch will look stitched, and the stitch in use. There are hints and tips, particularly for tension as that is what many people told me they struggle with.
Introductory information explains what Hardanger filling stitches are. There are photographs of historical and contemporary examples, and information about the equipment and materials used.
The Foundations for Fillings chapter has information on how to set up your Hardanger project for the fillings. It teaches you how to do satin stitch to edge the cutwork areas, some pulled thread stitches and how to cut and withdraw fabric threads: the things you need to complete before working the filling stitches.
The Filling Stitches chapter is packed with detailed stitch instructions for more than 60 filling stitches and many more variations. Each stitch is taught in fully diagrammed, step-by-step format, with instructions for both left- and right-handed embroiderers. Clear diagrams and or photographs to help you see exactly how to work the stitch or technique, and concise written instructions explain each step. Many people find tension a problematic element of their filling stitches, so particular attention is paid to this.
A beautiful band sampler project will allow you to try out most of the stitches in the book. I don’t have a photo of the project yet, because I haven’t finished stitching it yet! A photo will be forthcoming as soon as it is possible. The project will be on the cover of the book, which is why the cover shown is only a provisional cover. In time I will update my website to have the actual cover shown.
A full index completes the book.
The website includes an extensive listing of the stitches in the book, but keep in mind that some variations are un-named, and you might know a stitch by a different name than I use.
Ordering information
The book will be published in mid-late 2023. Books will be posted as soon as the bulk shipment arrives from the printers. Prices on my website *include* trackable shipping. Please remember to choose your destination from the drop-down menu. You can pre-order the book, or the book AND the project supplies pack.
This book is the ultimate, exhaustive filling stitch dictionary for specialist Hardanger embroiderers. It is thick and heavy (which has an effect on shipping costs) because it is as comprehensive as I can make it!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. Please share this information far and wide!
More information and pre-orders: http://www.vettycreations.com.au/hardanger-filling-stitches.html
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I’m so excited!