{"product_id":"whimsical-cross-stitch-more-than-130-designs-from-trendy-to-traditional-paperback","title":"Whimsical Cross-Stitch: More Than 130 Designs from Trendy to Traditional - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCari Buziak\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Book of the Month Club's Crafter's Choice  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Cross-stitch is a traditional hobby -- but your designs don't have to be  These more than 130 patterns reflect a modern sensibility, with motifs ranging from trendy to vintage to kitschy, so there's something here for everyone. All are designed to fit into a 6-inch or smaller embroidery hoop, making them quick projects that can be finished in an evening or weekend. If you're feeling ambitious, the small designs can be assembled to form a larger piece. \u003cbr\u003e Patterns are organized according to theme: animals; designs, including flowers and snowflakes; home and hearth, consisting of more than 40 patterns that range from a patchwork heart and an antique sewing machine to teapots, a watering can, and variations on \"home sweet home\"; nature; and charming patterns for special occasions. A brief introductory section offers advice on getting started, tools and supplies, and stitching. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"A treat  Cross-stitchers will love this book.\" -- Christian Fiction and More\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCari Buziak mixes old techniques (handmade gesso, egg tempera, gold leaf) and new (several Mac computers) to re-create ancient manuscripts in painted and digital form for a wide variety of merchandising and fine art needs. Her illustrations have been published by Interweave Press, Penguin\/Pearson Books, Llewellyn Publications, and Chronicle Books. She has also designed Irish dance dresses, jewelry, and other commissioned works.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 10.8 x 8.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 13, 2019\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51756301877536,"sku":"9780486828626","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/3c4d01703624812dea9821056b8e77e5.webp?v=1780078378","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/whimsical-cross-stitch-more-than-130-designs-from-trendy-to-traditional-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}