Freshly Stitched: Modern Embroidery Projects for Absolute Beginners

Everything you need to join in the modern stitching revival! Learn 12 beautiful stitching projects from Celeste Johnston of Lemon Made Shop, whose hand-stitched houseplants, flowers, and animals, as well as uplifting words, have won her a worldwide following. First you’ll learn the essentials, like what fabrics work best, how to transfer your patterns, and using the correct posture to avoid strain as you stitch. Next move on to 12 modern projects to make, organised so that you start simply and build skills as you move through the book. These lovely stitched adventures include Botanical Trio, French Knot Flowers, Desert Night, Cuppa Wildflowers, and more. This book is perfect for creative people who are drawn to the well-publicised calming and creative benefits of stitching. And if you’re already a sewing or needleart enthusiast looking for a new medium to craft in, this approachable book is what you need for a thoroughly enjoyable embroidery experience. AUTHOR: Celeste Johnston is the creative force behind the popular Lemon Made Shop on Etsy. She has been a featured maker at pop-up shops for both West Elm and Madewell and lives in Austin, Texas.
SELLING POINTS: . This charming, portable companion lets you benefit from the calming and stress-reducing power of embroidery . Approachable instruction welcomes even absolute beginners and includes technical diagrams to follow for each stitch . Make and enjoy 12 projects with these beautiful patterns featuring Johnston’s signature style and colourways