Embroidery, Reference 

With the addition of 85 new patterns, this popular encyclopedia is without a doubt the most complete collection of canvas embroidery stitch patterns ever published. Compiled by a custom designer and teacher of embroidery, it has clear and explicit directions and diagrams for over 250 stitches, from the simplest to the most complex. Is invaluable to needle workers in all stages of the craft: the beginner who might, by using these easily followed directions, will be able to produce even the most intricate patterns with more variety and excitement: the creative artist who does her own designing and needs the large volume of stitches to create unique designs: the teacher for use as a text: and members of embroidery organizations and needlework shop owners, so often called upon to teach other members and customers, and so often ill equipped to do so without a good manual of stitch patterns. For all the thousands who are pursuing or thinking about pursuing this craft as a hobby. or as a profession, this encyclopedia will be the most useful book. they ever had and will open up new horizons in canvas embroidery. - from Amzon