Easy Heirloom Embroidery

by Cheryl Fall

Fine hand embroidery has always been a popular pastime and is once again gaining momentum. Baby boomers, accustomed to fast-paced lives, are rediscovering the joys of creating something with their own hands. Hand-embroidered items need not be difficult or time-consuming to create, and anyone who can thread a needle can stitch the heirloom quality projects in this book. Readers are guided through the process of creating items in the style and spirit of fine vintage linens using simple, classic stitches. Detailed stitch diagrams guide the reader through all necessary steps to complete over 25 projects—and many of the projects can be completed in just a few hours. Projects include table runners, dresser scarves, a tote bag, apron, pillows, and framed art. In addition, author Cheryl Fall has included special tips for collecting, cleaning, and storing both old and new linens. This book fits the needs of would-be stitchers, experienced stitchers, and collectors alike. - 200 color photos and illustrations
- 25 easy-to-complete projects
- Tips on caring for and collecting embroidered linens

Genres: Crafts

144 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2001

About the author

Cheryl Fall hosts the NeedleKnowle site and has been one of America's favorite needlework, craft and quilting designers since 1986. She has created designs for major companies including DMC, Coats & Clark, HTC, Zweigart, Pellon and others.
She is an active member of the Needlework and How-To Communities, has served as Guide for About.com's Needlepoint and Embroidery sites, and as the Social Media Liason for DMC Threads. Cheryl is a Life Member of EGA (Embroiderers' Guild of America).
In addition to over a dozen published book titles, Cheryl is also the author of several thousand articles for publication in craft and needlework magazines including Woman's Day, Country Living, Traditional Quilter, Crafts and many more. She has also hosted a nationally-distributed PBS Series called "The Creative Life," which featured over 78 episodes full of creative ideas.