American Patchwork Designs in Needlepoint

Patchwork is not just for fabric anymore! With these 43 exquisite projects, needlepoint enthusiasts can create stunning gifts and accessories saturing traditional patchwork patterns. Make pincushions, pictures, greeting cards, sachets, cushions, and more. Each project includes an inspiring, full-color photograph and stitching charts; suggestions for stitching variations; and fascinating background information on the showcased designs, including Log Cabin, Courthouse Steps, Water Wheel, and Fence Rail, as well as classic Amish and Mennonite patterns. Along with how-to help and techniques, there are finishing instructions, tips on adapting the designs; a selection of borders to customize work; and black-and-white grids of the basic designs for planning alternate color schemes. The beautiful projects showcased offer encouragement or novices as well as enough variety and creative inspiration to satisfy more experienced needleworker.