About this item
A Book of the Month Clubs Crafters Choice!. Cross-stitch is a traditional hobby - but your designs dont have to be! These more than 130 patterns reflect a modern sensibility, with motifs ranging from trendy to vintage to kitschy, so theres something here for everyone. All are designed to fit into a 6-inch or smaller embroidery hoop, making them quick projects that can be finished in an evening or weekend. If youre feeling ambitious, the small designs can be assembled to form a larger piece. Patterns are organized according to theme: animals; designs, including flowers and snowflakes; home and hearth, consisting of more than 40 patterns that range from a patchwork heart and an antique sewing machine to teapots, a watering can, and variations on "home sweet home"; nature; and charming patterns for special occasions. A brief introductory section offers advice on getting started, tools and supplies, and stitching.. "A treat! Cross-stitchers will love this book." - Christian Fiction and More
About the Author
Cari Buziak currently lives in Leduc, Alberta, with one cat, two dogs, and two beehives. In a mix of old techniques (hand made gesso, egg tempera, gold leaf) and new (several Mac computers) she recreates ancient manuscripts in painted and digital form for a wide variety of publishing, merchandise product lines and fine art needs.Over the last 25 years, Cari has become one of the foremost artists of the Celtic genre. Her work has been featured in design magazines and she has had gallery exhibitions in Calgary, Toronto, Indiana, Florida, Michigan, Wisconsin, Oregon, Japan, London, and New York. Cari has sold worldwide, and her artwork appears in private collections in Canada, Europe, Japan, and the United States. Current and past published works include work for Dover Publications, Interweave Press, Penguin/Pearson Books, Llewellyn Publications, Chronicle Books and many others. Visit http://www.aon-celtic.com to learn more about her work!Become a patron of Celtic art: https://www.patreon.com/AonCelticArtLearn Celtic art on my YouTube channel : https://www.youtube.com/c/AonCelticArtFor colouring tips and sneak previews of her colouring books visit her blog at : http://www.aon-celtic.com/colours/For instantly downloadable colouring pages and artwork for sale check out her Etsy page at: http://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/AonCelticArt
