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The Mr X Stitch guide to cross stitch / Jamie Chalmers.

by Chalmers, Jamie.

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Search Press Limited, 2017.

Cross-stitch -- Patterns.

9781782214243 (pbk.)

Alternate title:

Mister X Stitch guide to cross stitch

Guide to cross stitch

139 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm

Includes index.

Foreword / by Julie Jackson -- Introduction -- Tools & materials -- Colour -- Glow in the dark -- More than a hobby -- Pattern design -- Thinking outside the hoop -- Projects.

Jamie Chalmers, aka Mr X Stitch, shows you how to cross stitch using simple step-by-step instructions and also takes you to the frontiers of cross stitch design. Aimed at stitchers of all abilities, from absolute beginners looking to learn a new craft to embroiderers and cross stitchers who want to do something different in cross stitching. For many, cross stitch conjures up images of cute kittens and country cottages, but this book shows people that theres a different side to cross stitching that its an art in its own right, and will encourage them to be a little braver with their art. Jamies writing style is fun, entertaining and highly inspirational. The book aims to appeal to men as well as women, encouraging one and all to take up the ancient craft. It teaches the basics of cross stitching, including information on materials, tools, techniques and colour blending, but also puts Jamie's spin on it, with urban flavours and the introduction of different materials such as glow-in-the-dark threads and stitching on metal. Includes guidance on how to create cross stitch designs of your own. Jamie Chalmers is an active leader in the online stitch community.

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