Elsie Mochrie

“Simple Embroidery” offers the reader a novice-friendly introduction to the art of embroidery, including chapters on the basic stitches, how to properly form borders, and creating simple patterns. With step-by-step instructions and simple diagrams throughout, this vintage book is ideal for anyone looking to step into the wonderful world of embroidery. Contents include: “Stitches”, “Description of Stitches”, “Run and Thread Stitch”, “Zig-Zag Stitch”, “Chain Stitch”, “Loop Stitch”, “Y Stitch”, “Buttonhole Stitch”, “Herringbone Stitch”, “Roumanian Stitch”, “Borders”, “Flower Sprays”, “Suggestions for Needlework”, “Descriptions of Borders and Motifs”, “The Table Runner”, “Cushion Cover”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction.