Essential Embroidery Stitches Card Deck

Unleash your embroidery creativity anywhere with 50 versatile stitches in a stylish on-the-go card deck. The perfect gift for embroidery fans of all levels!

Introducing a stylish and portable solution for every embroidery enthusiast - a deck of 50 versatile stitches in an elegant card format, designed to accompany you on all your stitching adventures. Say hello to the perfect tool for selecting and creating stunning embroidery stitches: an exquisite card deck that fits effortlessly into your bag, allowing you to stitch on-the-go with ease.

Enclosed in a sturdy and chic box, this embroidery card deck is a treasure trove of inspiration. Inside, you’ll find:

• a 16-page booklet providing all the knowledge you need to master the art of stitching. From beginner tips to expert techniques, it’s all there to support your creative journey.

• 50 colorful cards, each showcasing an individual embroidery stitch. On the front of each 3 1/3 x 5 1/2 inch card, is a color photograph of the finished stitch, accompanied by suggested uses and alternative names. When you’re ready to dive into the details, simply flip the card over to reveal a clear illustration and step-by-step written instructions for that particular stitch.

With an extensive range of 50 stitches at your fingertips, this card deck opens up a world of creative possibilities. Whether you’re a seasoned embroiderer seeking fresh inspiration or a beginner eager to expand your repertoire, this versatile card deck is the perfect gift to fuel your creative fire, wherever you may be or traveling to.

The deck’s contents has been expertly curated from the highly acclaimed publication, The Embroidery Stitch Bible by Betty Barnden, also available in print from Search Press. The book is ranked as one of the best hand embroidery books by the Textile Artist organization.

Betty Barnden is a freelance needlecraft designer who studied furniture design at the Royal College of Art (where she made her first tubular knitted chairs). Betty has designed knitting patterns for companies such as Sirdar, Patons, Jaeger and King Cole. Her knitwear, embroidery and crochet designs have appeared in many magazines over the years, and she has also designed embroidery projects and kits.

She is the author of many books on embroidery, knitting and crochet.