- Hardcover: 96 pages
- Publisher: Chronicle Books (31 Mar 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0811853470
- ISBN-13: 978-0811853477
- Product Dimensions: 18.7 x 18.3 x 1.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
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- #73 in Books > Home & Garden > Crafts > Needlework & Fabrics > Cross-Stitch
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This book features at long last, cross-stitch patterns for the young, hip, do-it-yourself generation. "Subversive CrossStitch" is the Stitch-n-Bitch for needlework afficionados. It had already received lots of UK media attention - "The Guardian", "The Face" - and sure to gain more. Julie Jackson has brought cross-stitch firmly into the 21st century. Her work has the look of an oldfashioned sampler, surrounded by hearts and duckies, but emblazoned with messages such as "Bite me," "Beeyatch," and "Homo Sweet Homo." Julie Jackson was not cut out for the rat race. Frustrated with idiot bosses, she created "Subversive Cross-Stich" as a means of self-expression.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I wanted an introduction to cross-stitch that wasn't fussy, all the other books I could find just had pictures of simpering cats and baby samplers, not exactly appropriate for me. This book is the great antidote to all those cheesy staples of this craft. I'm currently working on one of the popular sweary pieces, which makes me giggle as I stitch.
It gives you a little run down at the beginning of the book about the cross stitch basics - what cloth, needles and thread to use. Then it's many pages of patterns, along with a finished design. The designs are fun as well as pretty and creative, she's really tried to match the wording with some lovely patterns.
I showed this book to my work mates, they all had a good laugh at the patterns.
It gives you a little run down at the beginning of the book about the cross stitch basics - what cloth, needles and thread to use. Then it's many pages of patterns, along with a finished design. The designs are fun as well as pretty and creative, she's really tried to match the wording with some lovely patterns.
I showed this book to my work mates, they all had a good laugh at the patterns.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is funny and fantastic. A perfect antidote to all those icky kitten, bunny, flowery cross stitch patterns! Not for those easily offended.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Do you giggle at naughty words? Like things that are out of the ordinary? This cross stitch book is a must have for crafters who like to have fun with their work. I hadn't crossed a stitch since I was 5 years old, and this was a perfect way for me to get started with a new hobby. The designs are easy to follow and the instructions are helpful for beginners. If you're a needlework pro then you may find that the ideas explored in this book are a bit basic or limited, but it's a good start for anyone needing a little inspiration.
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Fantastic
What a delight! Having bought a few patterns from website, this book had loads more sassy cross stitch to keep me busy. Love it!
Published 1 month ago by toni
subversive crosstitch
Excellent - easy to follow and very clever take on an old fashioned hobby. I have used this book to make gifts and little signs for the home - my family and friends have all been... Read more
Published 9 months ago by muji
Too simple
I have to say I am very disappointed with this book. The idea is great, and the price is good, but the designs are far too simple for anyone but very inexperienced cross... Read more
Published 10 months ago by gemini
Easy and fun!
This book is fab, easy and fun! The patterns are clearly printed and it is easy to adapt them, or even create your own. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Kuvastin
Great book for new and advanced stitchers.
Out of my pile of cross stitching books, this is definately my favourite. I've been cross stitching a very long time and I'm used to stitching video game patterns (large and small)... Read more
Published 22 months ago by S. Bauckham
Complete Waste of Money for Advanced Stitchers
Sorry, maybe I'm being a total bighead here, but I found this book to be a total and utter waste of money. Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2010 by S. Maguire
Refreshing and Original
Subversive Cross Stitch is a refreshing take on cross stitched samplers. The patterns are large, easy to read and attractive. Very simple and quick to complete. Read more
Published on 23 Nov 2009 by Book Scout
OK but not all that many designs
I found that when I looked through the book I had seen most of the ideas being sold, made up, on the author's website. Read more
Published on 25 May 2009 by S. Bell
GREAT!!
very, very good!!! if you love cross stich but don't really connect with all the oh-how-cute bears, flowers etc, it's a must. Read more
Published on 29 Jan 2009 by carolina
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