- Paperback: 112 pages
- Publisher: David & Charles; illustrated edition edition (25 Mar 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0715313371
- ISBN-13: 978-0715313374
- Product Dimensions: 27.6 x 20.8 x 1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,482,888 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Throughout the year there are many cross stitch occasions. Sam has taken these moments and created a seasonal collection of projects that stitchers of all skill levels will enjoy. Each of the four chapters has a sampler to show the beauty of the season, and is packed with stunning designs: a breakfast set in yellow and lavender for Spring; picnic napkins in strawberry red for Summer; cushions to celebrate the gold and orange of Autumn; and festive designs in red and green for Winter: At the end of each seasonal chapter is a library of smaller designs that give stitchers a wonderful year-round resource for cards and keepsakes.
About the Author
Sam Hawkins' imagination and skill as a cross stitch designer continues to delight stitchers the world over. Over the years he has designed in many areas of needlework, but cross stitch is where he finds the most pleasure and fulfilment. Sam's work has featured in many books, pamphlets and kits. Sam Hawkins Celebrates Cross Stitch is also published by David & Charles. Sam works from his home in South Carolina, USA.
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Format:Paperback
I started a sampler from this book several years ago as a gift for my brother. The pattern had originally come from a magazine and I had misplaced it. I was delighted to find the book still available and at a price that couldn't be beat! The transaction was smooth and the book arrived in a timely fashion. Hopefully now I'll be able to find the time to complete the sampler for my brother. Sam Hawkins' patterns are timeless and beautiful so it's just down to me now. (I genuinely like the patterns; I'm not his relative ;-))
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JUST BEAUTIFUL DESIGNS
1 April 2002
Format:Hardcover
I have been a cross stitch addict for about 30 years and have always been a Sam Hawkins fan. This book is full of designs that really show Mr. Hawkins' skill as a cross stitch designer. From small simple and easy to stitch motifs, to 4 large absolutely beautiful pieces of fine art stitchery for each of the 4 seasons.
These 4 (detailed and intricate) patterns to me were worth the cost of the book itself. I cannot express enough the beauty of these designs and found the price to be very much worth it to me. A very excellent selection of designs for all seasons. THANKS AGAIN TO SAM HAWKINS FOR A GREAT DESIGN COLLECTION.
These 4 (detailed and intricate) patterns to me were worth the cost of the book itself. I cannot express enough the beauty of these designs and found the price to be very much worth it to me. A very excellent selection of designs for all seasons. THANKS AGAIN TO SAM HAWKINS FOR A GREAT DESIGN COLLECTION.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Fun Designs, but a bit expensive
15 Dec 2001
Format:Hardcover
As the title suggests this book has four chapters,one for each season. For each season there's a sampler and simple but practical, functional projects and a number of colorful,playful almost childlike designs: scarecrows, ducks, flowers,fruit and angels to name a few. The winter season includes an interesting Santa stocking and some tree ornaments. This book is suitable for different skill levels,but mostly from simple to medium, the charts are color coded, , but I think the price is a bit too steep for the patterns offered. The "501 cross stitch designs" book is more packed.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Makes My Fingers Itch
6 Feb 2010
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I don't know why but I'm always suprized at how incredibly creative some cross-stitch artists are. Sam is one of them. This book blows me away for it's style, technique and subject matter. Imagine, taking a simple fruit motif and turning it into a stand alone work of art. Sam does that, and then he gives us a delightfully complex and realistic, bird and floral piece in brilliant color and challenging design. It's as though he's saying, "come on, you can do this!" And, the next thing I know, I hold a small masterpiece in my hand to be given as a gift next Holiday Season. No wonder he is a past master and so is his book. From simple to complex this book is enticing. It makes my creative juices flow just turnning the pages. Sam gets my highest vote.
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