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We are glad to be able to provide a selection of the A-Z book series by Country Bumpkin. In many embroiderers opinions, this series of books is by far one of, if not THE best book series available! Each one is packed full of detailed instructions with color pictures showing every step!

The Royal School of Needlework (RSN) is the international centr of excellence for the art of hand embroidery. With a thriving education program, the RSN offers a range of courses for beginners through to advanced. Their books reflect their teachings in stunning and easy to follow techniques.

A-Z of Crewel Embroidery - Country Bumpkin A-Z of Crewel Embroidery - Country Bumpkin

This book introduces you to the tradition that is crewel embroidery and its transformation into an art form that is still popular today. The book is a perfect introduction for beginners and a 'must have' for more experienced embroiderers.

Our Price: $19.95
A-Z of Embroidery Stitches - Country Bumpkin A-Z of Embroidery Stitches - Country Bumpkin

The A-Z of Embroidery stitches is designed to encourage you to try new techniques, explore new horizions, and above all, to experiment.

Our Price: $19.95
A-Z of Embroidery Stitches 2 - Country Bumpkin A-Z of Embroidery Stitches 2 - Country Bumpkin

The ultimate reference guides for needleworkers with amazing projects, detailed step-by-step instructions and stunning photographs.

Our Price: $19.95
A-Z of Ribbon Embroidery - Country Bumpkin A-Z of Ribbon Embroidery - Country Bumpkin

The appeal of ribbon embroidery is timeless and thousands of embroiderers have been captivated by its ease of use and fabulous results. Here you will find every stitch and technique fully explained with step by step photographs and clear instructions.

Our Price: $19.95
A-Z of Stumpwork - Country Bumpkin A-Z of Stumpwork - Country Bumpkin

400 clear step by step photographs and 20 beautiful designs. With its beginnings in seventeenth century England, stumpwork is today making a revival. Come join us for an exciting journey into the world of raised embroidery.

Our Price: $19.95
A-Z of Whitework - Country Bumpkin A-Z of Whitework - Country Bumpkin

The ultimate resource for beginning and experienced needlecrafters who want to discover the timeless appeal of whitework in its many forms.

Our Price: $19.95
Apples to Zinnias Apples to Zinnias

Instructions for stitches, leaves, flowers and everything you see in the embroidery.

Our Price: $18.43
Encyclopedia of Beading Techniques Encyclopedia of Beading Techniques

These practical projects show how you can add detail, texture, colour and originality to garments and accessories by incorporating beads into your knitting, crochet and needlework. Learn traditional and contemporary techniques.

Our Price: $19.95
Encyclopedia of Embroidery Techniques Encyclopedia of Embroidery Techniques

The book includes 240 stitches, ranging from cross stitch to assisi and from machine embroidery to quilting, each one illustrated in full colour and accompanied by explanatory artwork.

Our Price: $19.95
RNS - Applique RNS - Applique

Featuring a rich selection of inspiring appliqu� pieces, this is primarily a practical, instructional guide that offers a complete grounding in all essential appliqu� techniques: it contains a comprehensive stitch guide and leads the reader through each technique using clear step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow expert guidance.

Our Price: $34.95
RSN - Silk Shading RSN - Silk Shading

Sarah Homfray demonstrates the Royal School of Needlework's approach to the ancient craft of Silk Shading. Learn everything you need about the techniques needed, history of the craft and be inspired by work of the highest standards.

Our Price: $20.95
RSN - Stumpwork RSN - Stumpwork

In Stumpwork, Kate Sinton brings together all of the major techniques and stitches associated with stumpwork embroidery to produce a stunning book that reflects both her expertise as an embroiderer and her artistic talent.

Our Price: $20.95
RSN - Whitework RSN - Whitework

Traditionally white stitches on white fabric, and encompassing a range of techniques, whitework is both beautiful and elegant. Lizzie Lansberry provides a wonderful introduction combining the traditions with new ideas and contemporary design. She covers raised effects, pulled thread and decorative stitches, drawn thread and cutwork.


Our Price: $20.95
Shakespeare's Flowers in Stumpwork Shakespeare's Flowers in Stumpwork

It showcases 14 assorted flowers and fruits popular at the time, from the Apothecary rose, borage, heartsease, and periwinkle to redcurrants, barberries, plums, and strawberries.

Our Price: $34.95
Stumpwork & Goldwork Embroidery Stumpwork & Goldwork Embroidery

The projects-such as the Persian Peony Tile and the Turkish Tulip Tile-combine jewel-like colors, rich metallic threads, and glittering beads.

Our Price: $34.95
Stumpwork Butterflies & Moths Stumpwork Butterflies & Moths

Stumpwork Butterflies & Moths is the third in a series of stitched insect collections. There's everything from surface embroidery in lustrous silks for the Indian Moon Moth to stitched clear plastic for the Glasswing Butterfly.

Our Price: $34.95
Stumpwork Dragonflies Stumpwork Dragonflies

Nicholas...indulges her love of nature in this book devoted to needlework dragonflies formed from a variety of threads, beads, and delicate fabrics�

Our Price: $24.95
Stumpwork Embroidery Designs & Projects Stumpwork Embroidery Designs & Projects

Stitch dandelions, buttercups, and butterflies; a deer next to a pear tree; a pinwheel decorated with foxgloves on one side and a dragonfly with metallic wings on the other.

Our Price: $29.95
Stumpwork Midieval Flora Stumpwork Midieval Flora

The embroideries include  Corncockle and Dragonfly,� Snowdrop and Cranefly,� and the lovely Venus� Looking Glass and Bumble-bee.� Also provides tracing patterns and a comprehensive stitch glossary.

Our Price: $34.95
Stumpwork, Goldwork, Embroidery Beetle Collection Stumpwork, Goldwork, Embroidery Beetle Collection

Hundreds of color and black-and-white illustrations will teach embroiderers all about the craft: tools and equipment needed, special beading techniques, creating dimensional designs with appliqu�, mounting their images, and more.

Our Price: $36.95
The Art of Dimensional Embroidery 5th edition The Art of Dimensional Embroidery 5th edition

Now in it's fifth edition, this book gives detailed instructions for 29 basic stitches and how to use them to make over 40 flowers, leaves and other items.

Our Price: $30.71
Thorns & Roses Thorns & Roses

Beautiful Roses and Desert Southwest Cactus designs. Traceable patterns, complete instructions and thread lists.

Our Price: $23.95