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100 Essential Embroidery Motifs

Susie Johns author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:GMC Publications

Published:9th Sep '25

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100 Essential Embroidery Motifs cover

Create beautiful motifs to embellish any project, big or small, with this directory of 100 embroidery designs. Grouped by theme, the designs in the book include animals (mammals, birds and insects), plants (flowers, fruits and vegetables), the sea, home, mythical creatures as well as some popular decorative patterns. Add the motifs to a patchwork quilt, gifts, framed pictures, or greetings cards. It is a perfect resource for novices, and an inspirational reference guide for more experienced embroiderer.

Susie Johns has provided a cute design for almost anything you could think to create, from flowers and flamingos to beach huts and bicycles. You will find dozens of ideas to inspire you, whether you are looking for a number of related motifs for a big project like a patchwork quilt or individual designs for personalised gifts or greetings cards. It’s suitable for all skill levels, making it a great addition to your craft library!

* CrossStitcher magazine *

This book is packed full of beautiful motifs to embellish any project. Themes include animals, plants, the sea, home and mythical beasts. They are perfect for cards, table and bedlinen, adding the final flourish to patchwork or appliqué or for creating your own unique sampler. Instructions and stitch diagrams are included. Whether you are an experienced embroiderer or wanting to expand your knowledge, this directory will be a winner.

* The People’s Friend *

There’s a cute design for almost anything you could want to create, from flowers and flamingos to beach huts and bicycles. You will find dozens of ideas to inspire you, whether you are looking for a number of related motifs for a big project like a patchwork quilt or individual designs for personalised gifts or greetings cards. This book will become your new on-the-go guide, perfect for all skill levels. Whether this is the first time you are picking up a needle, thread and embroidery hoop or you have been mastering the craft for years, there is something everyone will enjoy. This book is filled with inspiration and is the perfect way to try out a new hobby, the Love Sewing team love embroidery, and these quick motifs are the perfect calming activity to destress after a long day. If you have been thinking about starting embroidery, you need this book!

* Love Sewi

ISBN: 9781784947057

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

128 pages