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Needlework September 2018
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Scrap Exchange Saturday, September 22, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cheyenne Mountain Library In collaboration with Who Gives a SCRAP Creative Reuse Center, we are hosting an arts, craft and hobby material exchange! Bring in your new, clean/gently used and unwanted craft materials and exchange them for "tickets" to "purchase/exchange" new-to-you craft supplies! (Please only bring in crafting supplies and not items that are considered trash, in bad condition or items that can be recycled.) We will also have a fun up-cycling craft going on, so you can take your time and check for new inventory! No registration required.
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Modern Needlepoint by Jayne SchofieldEach of these twenty beautiful needlepoint designs from Jayne Schofield is accompanied by a full-colour chart, key and general instructions. These fun, quirky designs in bright, contemporary colours are all small, measuring on average approximately 10 x 12.5cm (4 x 5in), though the designs come in a variety of formats and include tall, narrow designs as well as squares.
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Folk Art Needlepoint : 20 projects Adapted From Objects in the American Folk Art Museum
by Ruth A. Peltason
A creative handbook for needlepointers introduces twenty colorful projects inspired by objects from the American Folk Art Museum, with needlepoint patterns for a variety of skill levels that are accompanied by photographs of the original folk art piece, detailed instructions, and tips on techniques, thread and canvas selection, and project preparation. 12,500 first printing.
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Icelandic Patterns in Needlepoint by Jóna Sparey"Over 40 easy-to-stitch designs from the Land of Ice and Fire." Beautifully photographed in color with charts and suggestions for use in projects.
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The Complete Photo Guide to Needlework
by Linda Wyszynski
"This book is a comprehensive how-to book about all of the most popular hand needle arts: embroidery, cross-stitch, needlepoint, crewel, silk ribbon embroidery, and bead embroidery. For each type of needlework, there is an overview of the tools and materials used and complete instructions with photos and diagrams for all the stitches and techniques used for the craft. The organization provides easy access to information with step-by-step directions and 600 full-color photos for clear understanding. Easy projects allow the reader to try the techniques in each section. Galleries of needlework by various artists offer the reader examples and inspiration to pursue the hobby for themselves"
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The Needlepoint Book
by Jo Ippolito Christensen
The Needlepoint Book is the only needlework guide you'll ever need--now including 436 stitches and 1,680 illustrations.
Since its original publication in 1976, The Needlepoint Book has become known as the bible for all stitching enthusiasts--the one resource for every needlepoint aficionado. Whether you're new to the craft or have been practicing for years, this guide covers your stitching journey from inspiration to achievement with specific guidelines on how to make the painted canvas yours.
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Celtic Cross-Stitch
by Mike Vickery
Drawing inspiration from a wide variety of Celtic symbols, Celtic Cross Stitch is filled with 50 fully detailed and charted projects that burst with color. Use the border patterns to make a bookmark; personalize a purse with Celtic letters; frame a legendary Celtic theme for your home; and more.
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Naughty but Nice Cross Stitch
by Claire Crompton
Naughty But Nice Cross Stitch features a collection of 50 fun and sassy cross stitch sayings to remind you not to take life so seriously. Each themed chapter presents the ideal answer to the endless demands on a woman's time - husbands, chores, children and work. Whatever the crisis, these witticisms are sure to put a smile on your face! A great selection of project ideas accompany the sayings, from hanging signs to framed pictures and cards so that you can share the fun with family and friends.
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The Mr. X Stitch Guide to Cross Stitch
by Jamie Chalmers
Chalmers, alias Mr. X Stitch, introduces cutting-edge projects, complete with charts, and shows that beauty and innovation are still alive and kicking. He teaches the basics of the craft, and then pushes the boundaries with urban flavors, glow-in-the-dark threads and plastic, while showing that cross stitch is an art in its own right.
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Feminist Icon Cross-Stitch
by Anna Fleiss
Trailblazing women take center stage in Feminist Icon Cross-Stitch, a collection of stylish patterns and capsule biographies that celebrates some of our favorite lady heroes. Feminism is back in the spotlight, and powerful women, from Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Malala Yousafzai to Gloria Steinem and Michelle Obama, have inspired a whole new generation to smash the patriarchy.
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Pikes Peak Library District P.O. Box 1579 Colorado Springs, Colorado 80901 (719) 531-6333ppld.org/ |
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