• Dozens of embellishment ideas range from embroidery to braiding to beading
• Love it? Use it! Attach charms, buttons, beads, shells and trinkets for extra zing
• Equipment and materials list and step-by-step photos for every technique
• Introduction includes fabric, piecing, and quilting basics
Effects from Victorian-style embroidery to keepsake scrapbook effects are easy to achieve with Sally's comprehensive guide to selecting and creating embellishments. Try hand and machine embroidery, created and purchased trims, and traditional techniques like couching and broderie perse. Or try something new and different with the latest paint and threadwork effects.
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Review Fabric Trends - January 1, 2007
"If the ever-growing embellishment craze has attracted your attention, the Quilter's Directory of Embellishments is your ultimate resource! Author Sally Holman delights readers' eyes with a wide range of delicate embellishing techniques which will add that extra-special "something" to a finished quilt. A thorough introduction covers fabric selection, piecing, and quilting basics, including crazy patch how-to steps.
In keeping with the idea of 'making your mark on every quilt,' Sally spotlights dozens of embellishment ideas, including embroidery stitches, braiding, and beading. Each demonstrated technique includes an equipment and materials list, as well as step-by-step photos showing every step of the process. Couching, hand embroidery, and broderie perse are just a few of the stitches covered. The techniques in the book are suited to both inexperienced and advanced sewers; in adddition to creating trims, Sally also discusses how to attach premade items, and how to work in charms, buttons, beads, shells, and trinkes. Plus, those looking to branch out beyond traditional techniques will find information on the latest paint and threadwork effects, two modern-day additions to this special Victorian art."
Review By: Joli Hines, Quilter's Newsletter Magazine - May 1, 2007
"Sally's latest book features detailed instructions and step-by-step photographs that will help you add texture and color to your quilts. Included are more than 30 techniques and in-depth information about choosing fabrics, piecing, applique, and quilting. Sally encourages even beginning quilters to explore how a little embellishment can add detail, sparkle, and a personal touch to your creations."
Review By: Patricia Lincoln, Piecework - July 1, 2008
"This comprehensive guide to quilting with embellishment goes behind the seams to uncover an abundance of techniques, patterns, and styles. Following 'Core Tolls and Basic Techniques,' the fun begins with six embellishment techniques: decorative stitching, ribbon and braid, surface decoration, appliqué, treasures (beads, buttons, charms, found objects), and art media. Step-by-step instructions, tips and detailed photographs are clear and concise. Beautiful color photographs or examples and finished quilts will provide both beginning and experienced quilters with plenty of inspirations."
