Drawing with Thread: Joyful Hand Embroidery Patterns

di Rieko Oka (Autore)

Mixed Media Resources, 2026

Embroider endlessly customizable patterns and projects from Japanese designer Rieko Oka of Ten to Sen Moyo Seisakujo Patterns Studio, whose unique textiles have captivated craft & design enthusiasts. 20 embroidery patterns, each including full-colour photos, thread colours, stitches, tips, and the traceable pattern in colour and clearly annotated with stitches. Photos of the projects in multiple colour schemes for each pattern encourage creativity! Variety of imagery and ways to customize: From whimsical cats to hygge trees, the patterns feature animals, flowers, raindrops, and more rendered in a range of styles and stitches, along with guidance for using the entire pattern or creating a small motif from a portion of it. Ideas for how to turn the patterns into projects, including a boxed-corner pouch, pen case, mini bag, brooch, and, of course, displaying your art! Projects feature step-by-step illustrations. Beginner-friendly: The patterns use 12 basic stitches that are fully explained with step-by-step illustrations. A perfectly cosy gift! Printed on quality paper with a durable sewn binding that will stay open, making it easy to follow along. Fabric becomes your canvas and embroidery floss your paint with author Rieko Oka’s 20 lovely, simple-to-execute hand embroidery patterns. Drawing with Thread is perfect for those who are new to embroidery, as well as those who are ready to branch out from beginner kits and are looking for new inventive patterns. Beautiful photographs and descriptive diagrams make the patterns easy to follow. Suggestions for alternative colour schemes and pattern uses allow you to make each pattern your own. And the book’s handy size makes it as portable as an embroidery hoop! Whether you’re a beginner embroiderer interested in a variety of easy, cosy, and versatile embroidery patterns, or are more experienced and are looking for interesting patterns to try, you’ll love learning to draw with thread with Rieko Oka’s 20 nature-inspired patterns.  

• Autore: Rieko Oka
• Editore: Mixed Media Resources
• Anno: 2026
• Rilegatura: Paperback / softback
• Pagine: 128 p.
• Dimensioni: 148 x 210 mm
• EAN: 9781684621224

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