Whitework Embroidery

Techniques and Projects
Auburn Claire Lucas
Master the exquisite stitches of whitework, and learn to combine them to create different textures and tones within beautiful designs whatever your level of experience.

This practical guide covers a wide range of whitework stitches and techniques, and provides inspiration for all embroiderers, whatever their level of experience. Along with explaining the many stitches included under the definition of whitework, it goes further and demonstrates how to combine the stitches to make intricate and stunning pieces of embroidery.Features include:

An introduction to fabric, threads and equipment, as well as framing up
A detailed guide to individual whitework techniques, including stitch patterns Practical advice on how to combine techniques and to design pieces of your own
Two complete projects with step-by-step instructions
Instruction on washing, mounting and caring for your pieces