Overview :Nicholas Hamilton was not in the market for a wife and family until his parents made him an offer he couldn't refuse. If he married Moira, t... Read More
Overview :"Nicholas...indulges her love of nature in this book devoted to needlework dragonflies formed from a variety of threads, beads, and delicate... Read More
Overview :Nicholas Rowe (20 June 1674 - 6 December 1718), English dramatist, poet and miscellaneous writer, was appointed Poet Laureate in 1715. His p... Read More
Overview :Examples of medieval stumpwork--the art of embroidering using raised, 3-D embellishments--can be found in museums and galleries throughout E... Read More
Overview :In 1598, Lady Anne Clifford wrote a letter to her father that featured a beautifully painted border. Inspired by that Shakespearian-era desi... Read More
Overview :Stumpwork--or raised embroidery--has a rich texture that really makes a design stand out. Create hangings, embroidered brooches, and images ... Read More
Overview :Following the popular Stumpwork Dragonflies and Stumpwork Beetles, Stumpwork Butterflies & Moths is the third in a series of stitched insect... Read More
Overview :In bygone times, the style of raised embroidery called stumpwork was the culmination of a young woman's education. Jane Nicholas, a leading ... Read More
Overview :For the ancient Egyptians the beetle symbolized life, rebirth, and immortality, and for centuries, artisans have used the scarab motif to ad... Read More
Overview :The 16 raised embroidery projects featured here are inspired by the breathtaking art of the Islamic world. Created by renowned designer Jane... Read More
Overview :Learn how to create your own sumptuous embroidered designs based on the rich history of Japanese stitching techniques and styles. Jane Nicho... Read More
Overview :In 1973, a five year old girl known as Pookie was exhibited as "The Monkey Girl" at the Canadian National Exhibition. Pookie was the last of... Read More