This book is for those who have enjoyed doing a cross-stitch kit & wanted to learn more about the art of embroidery. Learn to work the different types of embroidery stitches on both even-weave & plain weave fabrics, & use them to decorate articles for your friends & family. All of the designs are presented either as charts or outline drawings, ready to copy. All the stitches are described in detail. The projects include quick & simple greeting cards, kitchen accessories, personalized garments, picture, pillows, & table linens. From cross-stitch to appliqué, more than 30 stitches are examined with step-by-step photos & easy-to-follow diagrams. ¿Clearly explains the tools, materials, & techniques required to start stitching.¿ Step-by-step photos.