Demonstrates over two hundred stitches for embroidery, needlepoint, and dressmaking and offers advice on thread, needles, and fabrics.

This unique collection of 23 fabulous samplers is sure to keep crafters stitching throughout the year. Projects include samplers for birth congratulations, weddings, home and garden, as well as smaller projects such as gift tags, trinket boxes and mini pictures. Every design is accompanied by a color chart and clear instructions, along with finished color photographs that are sure to inspire the creative stitcher.

More than 28,000 quilters have sewn along with the Splendid Sampler community online. Now Pat Sloan and Jane Davidson return with 100 all-new block patterns to inspire quilters all over the world, all over again! Choose blocks designed by Pat and Jane plus superstar quilters Lissa Alexander, Carrie Nelson, Jenny Doan, Susan Ache, Betsy Chutchian, and many more. Blocks made with patchwork, applique, embroidery, and paper piecing provide plenty of opportunities to try new techniques. You'll discover fun ideas for arranging your blocks in a gallery of sampler quilts. Share your progress online and experience the joys of quilting with this "Splendid" community of quilters!

Reproduce a wealth of historic antique samplers -- simple schoolroom motifs, intricate band samplers, and charmingly personalized handwork to commemorate every occasion. Embroider samplers with alphabets and homey sayings, and "sign" them with your name. Stitch a Little Girl's Birth Sampler in pink-and-white or an Edwardian Boy's Birth Sampler. Give others at weddings, housewarmings, christenings, and anniversaries. Bonus projects include pillows, bookmarks, and bags. Every one is a classic!

A collection of cross stitch projects featuring a variety of traditional sampler designs.

Describes the materials and techniques used for such needlework projects as eyeglass cases, pincushions, tea cosies, book covers, evening bags, wall hangings, and napkins