Machine Embroidery: Stitch Techniques

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Summary: Machine Embroidery, Stitch Techniques
Review: A step by step guide to machine stitching.This book would be good for both the beginner and beyond. For each technique there is a box system that gives you a starting point for tension, pressure foot, needle size and lots more. Text gives variations to try. Can be used as a workbook. Start at basic and move on through different threads and materials. Most of these stitches can be done with the most basic sewing machine. Lots of examples using different threads and other materials and lots of diagrams and pictures. My only wish is that more of the pictures were in colour!

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Summary: Machine Embroidery, Stitch Techniques
Review: Had I the opportunity to "thumb through" the book before I bought it - I would not have made this purchase. Virtually all the pictures are in black and white, which make it extremely hard to discern what was done (i.e., layering, decroative stitch, fabric, etc). Yes, the technique is written for you, but a "color" visual along with the written word would have made for a far more superior book. I venture to say, this book will be donated to my public library.