The new machine embroidery

the long version

The ullimate source of design, technique and inspiration, from an internationally renowned embroiderer - with full colour illustrations throughout. Learn the full potential of the sewing machine for embroidery, and the exciting possibihties of the latest fabrics. The highly respected embroiderer, Joy Clucas, helps you to develop your skills and creativity - and bring a stunning new dimension to your work. The author is in the forefront of new develop- ments, and uses her unique series of stitch samplers to demonstrate every technique in detail. Most importantly, she can inspire you to use these skills in strikingly creative ways - the emphasis throughout is on original design, and the ideas are unbounded! To inspire you further, this beautiful book is illustrated throughout with superb photo- graphs, showing the author's distinctive work and many different styles from other embroid- erers. The invaluable guide for anyone learning this fascinating craft, and an essential book for all who take their embroidery seriously.