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An exciting and sometimes challenging technique, goldwork certainly has the wow factor, and the glorious images in this book show the technique in all its glory. The history of goldwork in Britain and Europe is illustrated with photographs of embroidered costumes and textiles from museums and private collections - many of which have never previously been published or been on public view. There are also 15 embroidery projects, each with clear instructions, some are suitable for beginners, while others are more complex, but the chapters on materials and techniques ensure that all of the methods are clearly explained. --Stitch Aug/Sept 08
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This is a lavishly illustrated history of goldwork embroidery, including fifteen original projects. This insightful, illuminating, and entertaining volume is the most comprehensive book on this ancient form of embroidery available today. "Goldwork Embroidery" explores the rich history of goldwork in Britain and Europe, accompanied by glorious full-colour images of embroidered costumes and textiles from museums and private collections the world over, many never before published or seen in public. Also included in this superb volume are fifteen original embroidery projects, each with step-by-step instructions and illustrated directions, inspired by some historical pieces.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I enjoyed Mary Brown's book, it has wonderful photos of antique and modern goldwork embroidery.It's a good introduction to the historical use of goldwork and its modern interpretations.
The instructions are clear and fairly precise...sometimes a little complicated for a novice embroiderer.
The photography is great, I liked the cover photo and it's accompanying project. I also liked the projects entitled 'Japanese Landscape' and 'Vine of Flowers'...I wasn't too keen on some of the other projects. I would have liked to have seen more on the Or Nue technique, and perhaps a project accompanying that.
All in all a very useful book and well worth having as a refernce and inspiration.
The instructions are clear and fairly precise...sometimes a little complicated for a novice embroiderer.
The photography is great, I liked the cover photo and it's accompanying project. I also liked the projects entitled 'Japanese Landscape' and 'Vine of Flowers'...I wasn't too keen on some of the other projects. I would have liked to have seen more on the Or Nue technique, and perhaps a project accompanying that.
All in all a very useful book and well worth having as a refernce and inspiration.
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35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
excellent
7 Nov 2007
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Meticulously detailed book. First chapter which is a history of goldwork embroidery mainly in England reads a bit like a thesis with details of important goldwork pieces the author viewed. She then goes into the history and construction of metal threads followed by materials, equipment and preparation techniques. Then a chapter specific to goldwork techniques. The main part of the book is the 15 projects going from easiest to most difficult. Many have lots of padding throughout the pieces. In her list of materials, she is very thorough giving also what is needed for preparation in addition to the various goldwork threads. This is followed by very detailed material on working each project plus each has actual size drawings (also for the padding) and color photos. Bibliography and suppliers list complete the book. In addition the author has kits for each project. Medallion is the cover photo and is the second project in the book.There are also two projects of figures. No or nue though. I find all my goldwork books useful, but if you're only buying one this would be an excellent choice even though the author has included some difficult pieces.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Goldwork Embroidery
13 Sep 2008
Format:Paperback
I am totally new to goldwork embroidery, but this book gave me the fever.
Ms Brown was concise with her explanations to the point I didn't get "lost" in her section on tecniques (like I often do). All pictures were clear and gave great detail of each project. I actually went out and bought a selection of gold threads and braids to try a small project using some of her "how to" pages as a guide. You will not waste a penny on buying this book - it is a keeper!
Ms Brown was concise with her explanations to the point I didn't get "lost" in her section on tecniques (like I often do). All pictures were clear and gave great detail of each project. I actually went out and bought a selection of gold threads and braids to try a small project using some of her "how to" pages as a guide. You will not waste a penny on buying this book - it is a keeper!
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Inspiration
14 Jun 2008
Format:Paperback
This book is wonderful. It is full of fascinating information, beautiful pictures and truly inspiring projectsIt's a needed addition to any needleworker's library.
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