{"product_id":"9781589239593","title":"The Hand-Stitched Surface: Slow Stitching and Mixed-Media Techniques for Fabric and Paper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeauty is on the surface in this inspiring book that teaches hand-stitching and mixed-media techniques.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by noted surface designer Lynn Krawczyk, \u003ci\u003eThe Hand-Stitched Surface\u003c\/i\u003e offers inspiring techniques and beautiful projects for creating richly layered mixed-media surfaces on paper and fabric to encourage stitchers to slow down and savor their handiwork. Following an overview of tools and supplies, the section on stitching essentials covers a range of basic stitches and how they can be modified: mixing thread weights for textural effects; unique ways to create patterns for hand stitching; exploring color; and tips and tricks for improvisational stitching. The fifteen keepsake-quality projects are perfect for those seeking to disconnect from technology and embrace a quiet, meditative approach to handwork and creating art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quarto Publishing Group USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47137965506800,"sku":"9781589239593","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781589239593_p0.jpg?v=1769900764","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781589239593","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}