A Fine Tradition 2
Printed Book

A Fine Tradition 2

by Margaret Light

Enjoy more stunning embroidery projects from Australian designer Margaret Light, inspired by art, architecture and needlework from around the world.

$57.95

Description

Twelve fabulous projects reflect Margaret’s passion for travel and the decorative arts.

She masterfully distils her experiences and research into exquisite designs that enchant with captivating combinations of colour and stitch, utilising wool and silk threads on linen and cotton fabrics.

Embroider stunning decorative panels and tiles, perfect for framing or soft furnishings, needlework accessories, and a bag and jewellery roll utilising a unique felt-inlay technique from 19th century Iranian textiles.

Detailed instructions are provided for every step from stitching to construction, including a comprehensive library of diagrams and step-by-step photographs for more than seventy stitches.

Featured Projects

A Fine Tradition 2’ features the following projects:

Deerfied Chatelaine

Deerfied Chatelaine

by Susan O'Connor

Set of six needlework accessories embroidered with blue threads in the tradition of Deerfield embroidery.

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Delft Tulip Tile

Delft Tulip Tile

by Margaret Light

Large vase with blue tulips and smaller flowers within a geometric shape, enhanced with small acorn sprays.

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Fieldflowers in a Bowl

Fieldflowers in a Bowl

by Margaret Light

Vibrant sunflowers, poppy and cornflowers, enhanced with raised embroidery techniques, displayed in a ceramic bowl.

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Grape Tile

Grape Tile

by Margaret Light

Grapes, curling tendrils and leaves showcasing different fillings within a vine-inspired border.

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Kantha Cushion

Kantha Cushion

by Margaret Light

Colourful combination of traditional and modern motifs using a range of kantha embroidery stitches.

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Moorish Necessaire

Moorish Necessaire

by Margaret Light

Necessaire with storage for threads and needlework tools embroidered with scrolling stems and stylised flowers.

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Ottoman Tile

Ottoman Tile

by Margaret Light

Striking, symmetrical design with large leaves, pomegranates, tulips and other flower forms.

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Pomegranate Needlefold

Pomegranate Needlefold

by Margaret Light

Delightful depiction of a pomegranate from flower to ripe fruit enclosing a wool felt surface for needle storage.

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Pomegranate Still Life

Pomegranate Still Life

by Margaret Light

Superb still life beautifully combining colour and stitch to depict branches of cherry blossom in a large vase and needlelace pomegranates on a patterned dish.

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Resht Handbag

Resht Handbag

by Margaret Light

Bag with shoulder strap showcasing a stunning felt inlay technique with bright, floral motifs, flowing vines and ogee shapes.

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Resht Jewellery Roll

Resht Jewellery Roll

by Margaret Light

Jewellery roll embellished with pretty, floral motifs and an ogee shape, worked using a stunning felt inlay technique.

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Strawberry Still Life

Strawberry Still Life

by Margaret Light

Appliqué bowl embellished with blue embroidery, overflowing with luscious strawberries worked with needlelace.

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Additional Information

Product Type
Printed Book
Author
Margaret Light
ISBN
9780648767091
Dimensions
28L × 24W × 1.5H (cm)
Weight
0.82kg