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The Constance Howard Book of Stitches (Batsford Classic Embroidery)
 
 

The Constance Howard Book of Stitches (Batsford Classic Embroidery) (Paperback)

by Constance Howard (Author)
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Product details

  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Batsford Ltd; New edition edition (24 Feb 2005)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0713489383
  • ISBN-13: 978-0713489385
  • Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 18.2 x 1.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 190,375 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Product Description

New stitches continue to be invented and these pages contain a number of new ones worked out by Constance Howard who has been asked by so many of her students to prepare such a book so that they, and a much wider audience, may be able to enjoy further experiments on their own. The book aims to show the enormous scope of stitches, their versatility, the fascinating textures and patterns obtainable with them, and the variety that is possible in working a stich in different threads, changing its scale and spacing, working carefully, working freely, combining stiches to make new ones or altering the angle of the stitch. With the aid of the Tunbridge Wells and District Branch Embroiderers' Guild a large number of experiments have been carried out, many of which are used here to illustrate some of the versatility of even the simplest of stitches. It is hoed that from these results the reader will be inspired to try out more ideas for themselves and to enjoy using stitches.


About the Author

During her lifetime, Constance Howard was single-handedly responsible for bringing embroidery into the world of art and fashion. In 1948 she established the department of Embroidery in the Art School at Goldsmith's College, London. From running a part-time course, she became principal lecturer in charge of textiles and fashion - with embroidery as a main subject for Diploma in Art and Design. This course would later become the BA Honours degree course. Constance Howard was a member of the British Craft Centre, of the Society of Designer Craftsmen, the Embroiderers' Guild and the Art Workers' Guild, as well as of the World Crafts Council. Her work has been exhibited widely in Great Britain as well as in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the USA where she has held many workshops. In recognition of her services to art education, Constance Howard was awarded the MBE in 1975.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring Book, 2 Jul 2009
By Robina (Scotland) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Book of Stitches (Hardcover)
I initially borrowed this book from the local library and as I kept renewing it decided that I needed my own copy. I managed to track down a second-hand copy and am now the proud owner of this wonderfully inspiring book. Simple black and white pictures and sparse text means that the book looks plain against the glossy, highly-stylised books published today. But Constance Howard is such an authority on embroidery that every page is a joy and inspiration. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in embroidery, whether beginner or more advanced. Get your hands on a copy.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Constance Howard Book of stitches, 3 Jul 2009
By Edith Underdal "Edith" (Europe) - See all my reviews
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How can I review this product? Ordered and bought 1. June 2009. This is not a cheap book and this is completely unacceptable.
I suppose the rating is for the book which I want since it is an important book for embroiderers
, however look at the rating as an impression of the service
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