About this item
This contemporary guide to the art of appliqu is endorsed by the Royal School of Needlework (RSN) , and written by Kate Cross, one of their trained experts and teachers. It is the first in a new series designed to showcase the traditional techniques, technical excellence and contemporary flair of the RSN, and provide practical guidance and inspiration.The book features an introduction to the RSN and its prestigious heritage. It reveals the history and context of appliqu and showcases galleries of inspiring appliqu work from around the world. But as well as featuring a rich selection of inspiring appliqu pieces, this is primarily a practical, instructional guide that offers a complete grounding in all essential appliqu techniques: it contains a comprehensive stitch guide and leads the reader through each technique using clear step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow expert guidance.
About the Author
Kate Cross, author of the Clockwork Agents trilogy, is better known as USA Today best-selling author Kathryn Smith.
