Embroidering Animals with Color and Texture: 25 Cute Critters

"A DELIGHTFUL EXPLORATION OF CRITTERS AND STITCHES!" — MELISSA GALBRAITH, AUTHOR OF DIY EMBROIDERED SHOES AND HOW TO EMBROIDER TEXTURE AND PATTERN

Learn to stitch adorable animals like a pro!

* 25 embroidery projects include a mix of popular animal designs from Jessica Long Embroidery and designs exclusive to the book
* Beginner-friendly information on basic stitches, tools, supplies, thread painting, and stumpwork techniques
* Modern techniques including blending and creating depth, texture, and personality in your projects
* Detailed instructions with color diagrams, stitch direction diagrams, color keys, and full-sized patterns
* Author Jessica Long is the founder of Jessica Long Embroidery where she sells her original pattern designs, kits, and supplies

If you're looking for new embroidery ideas, Embroidering Animals with Color and Texture has them all!

Inside this book, author Jessica Long shares a treasure trove of patterns, lessons, and charming projects you probably haven't tried before. Discover 25 unique ideas for animal embroidery hoops from simple to advanced:

* Bluebird Sampler
* Seahorse Sampler
* Dolphin Waves
* Peaceful Doves
* Fish Mosaic
* Beetle Collection
* Striped Gecko
* Rainbow Snake
* Wild Fern Deer
* Bumblebee Bouquet
* Forest Elk
* Mountain Bear
* Ringtail
* Penguin Family
* Festive Feathers
* Monarchs in Love
* Desert Coyote
* Magic Snail
* Crowned Meerkat
* Axolotl Aquarium
* Blue Dragonfly
* Raccoon and Wild Roses
* Berry Patch Bunny
* Tufted Titmouse Wreath
* Posing Piglet

Are you a beginner? Then you'll love the full-color diagrams, step-by-step instructions, and full-sized patterns. Are you an experienced embroidery master? Then you'll enjoy the new ideas, tips, tricks, and cutting-edge modern techniques that lend new depth, texture, and personality to each design.

Embroidering Animals with Color and Texture is more than just a collection of amazing embroidery designs. It's a complete introduction to a unique perspective of looking at your embroidery—all from a gifted, self-taught embroiderer who's turned her hobby into a life-changing passion!