Fashion embroidery : embroidery techniques and inspiration for haute-couture clothing / Jessica Jane Pile.

Author/creator Pile, Jessica Jane author.
Format Book
PublicationLondon : Batsford, 2018.
DistributionNew York, NY : Sterling Publishing
Copyright Date©2018
Description144 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Subjects

Portion of title Embroidery techniques and inspiration for haute-couture clothing
Contents Introduction -- Embroidery in fashion -- Do it yourself -- Basic embroidery stitches -- Silk shading -- Goldwork -- Tamour beading -- Using other materials -- Moving on.
Abstract "With simple instructions and step-by-step photography in one essential handbook, stunning customization of your own garments has never been easier. This easy-to-follow guide reveals the techniques used by high-end fashion houses and explains how they can be applied to your own designs. [The author] explains each technique, from basic embroidery stitches, such as cross stitch and French knots, to silk shading, goldwork, tambour beading and three-dimensional materials"--Page 4 of cover.
General noteIncludes index.
ISBN9781849944748 (hardcover)
ISBN1849944741 (hardcover)