Big Embroidery: 20 Crewel Embroidery Designs by Nancy Nicholson silk and I thank everyone who

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Recommended fabrics: Irish Cream linen by Vintage Needlearts

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3781   Mocha brown ~ dark

Created in collaboration with Hands On Design for the Make Today Count chart

Big Embroidery: 20 Crewel Embroidery Designs by Nancy Nicholson silk and I thank everyone whoBig Embroidery is all about stitching beautiful designs up fast using yarn instead of embroidery thread. Designer and author of Modern Folk Embroidery, Nancy Nicholson, has created a collection of stunning designs based on traditional crewel work and adapted them for a modern audience using everyday yarn. Crewel embroidery is traditionally done using 2 ply wool and stitched onto linen. Nancy shows how to get beautiful results using different types of