<b>Revision of a classic!<br><br>Over 200 essential stitches for embroidery in a new and up-to-date edition of the original and immensely successful stitch bible, by bestselling author and needlework designer Betty Barnden.</b><br><br>A new and up-to-date edition of the immensely successful stitch bible, by bestselling needlework designer and author Betty Barnden.<br>Trends in embroidery styles come and go, but the basic stitches and techniques remain the same. In this essential directory, hand sewers will have a collection of over 200 stitches at their fingertips – from basic chain worked into fabric through to Florentine work on a canvas. Each one is explained with written step-by-step instructions and how-to techniques to get you started, and are accompanied by clear artwork and a photo of the finished stitch.<br><br>Follow the diagrams and instructions in this beautifully illustrated and jam-packed book to discover the wonderful variety of effect