Dictionary of Needlepoint Stitches: 153 plain and fancy stitches

This marvelous book catalogs a wealth of variety stitches that can be used to make needlepoint more dramatic - and working it more fun! You can use these stitches to give your needlepoint a new look - to create truly, one-of-a-kind designs - and to achieve special effects and textures - and your own personal stamp - on predesigned commercial canvases. This volume gives you easy-to-follow directions, clear diagrams, and helpful Stitch Guides for working more than 150 plain and fancy needlepoint stitches - as well as information on the advantages, disadvantages, main uses, and features of each.