by Sophie Long (Author)

Ribbon embroidery is a simple, beautiful and versatile technique that dates back to the seventeenth century. This book brings it up to date with fresh instruction on floral classics, as well as stunning contemporary designs. With over 400 colour step-by-step photographs to guide the reader through each stitch, Ribbonwork Embroidery demonstrates the speed and simplicity of ribbonwork, and explains how it can be combined with other techniques to add detail and depth to a piece of embroidery. Step-by-step photographs guide the reader through each stitch. Detailed instructions explain how ribbonwork can be combined with a range of other techniques. Help and advice is provided throughout on working with silk ribbons. Projects demonstrate how to use the stitches in designs. Ideas for creating using pieces and advice on displaying embroidery.

Author Biography

A graduate of the Royal School of Needlework, Sophie Long teaches embroidery classes, offers an extensive range of kits and designs original pieces. Her particular passion is ribbon embroidery; she has showcased an exciting display of contemporary work.