FLORAL
CROSS STITCH Hardback Book with Dust Jacket by Melinda Coss First published in the United States of America in 1993 by Trafalgar Square Publishing Text © Melinda Coss 1993 Charts and Illustrations © Anaya Publishers Limited 1993 " A stunning collection of the original floral cross stitch designs inspired by the
grace and beauty of meadow, forest and garden flowers " " Over 100 exquisite specially commissioned colour photographs
and watercolour illustrations " " 20 new decorative and useful designs with easy-to-follow instructions " " Clear stitch-by-stitch colour charts Comprehensive reference section explaining cross stitch techniques Fascinating information on the folklore of common plants and herbs " " This beautiful book, created with a leading crafts designer, contains 20 glorious designs in cross stitch, all inspired by the natural beauty of gardens and countryside.
Traditional cottage garden flowers, dainty sweet peas, magnificent marigolds and roses, sprays of columbines and wild flowers all lend themselves to cross stitch, the simplest yet most rewarding of all needlecraft stitches.
This exquisite collection of designs will inspire you to create delightful gifts for family and friends, from pretty tablecloths and linens to picture frames, cushions, photograph albums and samplers. " " All the designs are fully illustrated, with specially commissioned colour photographs, accompanied by exceptional watercolour illustration, clear charts and detailed, easy-to-follow instructions. " " Floral Cross Stitch is also interlaced with the echoes of legends, myths and folklore surrounding every flower and herb in the 20 designs, making this a fascinating book to read. " " Evoking the atmosphere and freshness of the countryside, these wonderful designs will be cherished by cross-stitch enthusiasts at all levels of expertise. " Contents include: " INTRODUCTION ANEMONE JAR TOP ANTIRRHINUM STATIONERY HOLDER BASKET OF ROSES AND FORGET-ME-NOTS BUTTERCUPS AND DAISIES TABLE-CLOTH COLUMBINE TABLE-CLOTH COTTAGE GARDEN NEEDLECASE CYCLAMEN PILLOWCASE FUCHSIA GREETINGS CARD HOLLYHOCK MIRROR FRAME LILAC POUCH LILY-OF-THE-VALLEY PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM MARIGOLD PILLOWCASE MEADOW FLOWER TABLE-CLOTH PANSY ADDRESS BOOK COVER AND CUSHION PARROT TULIP CUSHION PRIMULA SEWING TIDY ROSE ON LINEN SUMMER FLOWERS GREETINGS CARD AND FRAMED PICTURE SWEET PEA GUEST TOWEL WILD FLOWER SAMPLER TECHNIQUES
STOCKLIST INFORMATION
BIBLIOGRAPHY
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
INDEX " The book is in excellent condition with minor wear and tear to the edges of the dust jacket.
No torn or ripped pages.
No markings or writing. | 
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