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Machine embroidery : techniques and projects / Claire Fell.

by Fell, Claire.

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Crowood Press, 2020.

746.44028 F317m

Embroidery, Machine.

Sewing machines.

9781785007019 (pbk.)

288 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 26 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"Embroidering with a sewing machine is exciting, immediate and affordable; this practical book shows you how to do it. Packed with encouraging advice, it introduces the sewing machine before explaining how to design, plan and make your own embroideries and turn them into finished items to treasure. With over 900 photographs and illustrations, it is the perfect companion to both those new to machine embroidery and those looking for new ideas and inspiration. Learn how to set up the machine and carry out basic cleaning and maintenance ; Discover which thread types, fabrics and mixed media elements are most suitable for machine embroideries; Explore how to use the pressure foot to turn functional utility stitches into exciting surface decoration; Work freely with dropped feeder teeth and an embroidery foot, and learn how to alter the tension to create different effects ; Use soluble film to enhance your pictures, and stitch realistic thread paintings of landscape, animal and bird embroideries. Technique are supported by a variety of step-by-step projects and samplers for a range of abilities." --Back cover.

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