Issue 14, January/February 2002

CREATING...

Silken Strands: An Art Nouveau tile stitched in pure silk threads
WorkshopTrees in Blackwork: Using simple repeating patterns worked in different weights of thread
True Colours: A striking canvaswork design inspired by the bold colours and style of Art Deco
Beadwork Basics: Use beads to add a extra dimension to your embroidery
Cross Stitch Connections High Flyers: A delicate sampler stitched in beautifully shaded Multicolor threads
Topping Tassels: Valerie Campbell-Harding explores the potential of some of the new high-tech sewing machines
A Project Inspired by the Museum Collection A Mini Trio: Delightful mini-cushions worked in the rich colours and simple stitches that made Berlin wool work so popular
Seasons in Stitch A Winter's Tale: Part 3 of our seasonal 'samplers' in free embroidery

Insight Blackwork - moving with the times: Lesley Barnett's work brings blackwork up to date
On the Silk Route: Discover silk threads in a wide range of weights and textures
In Focus A 19th-century Craze: Take a closer look at some of the Berlin wool work in the Guild's Museum Collection
Sketchbook Part 4 Layering Colour: Discover the exciting results that can be achieved by combining art materials in different ways
Back to Basics: Tips and techniques to help you complete the projects in this issue

Letters Page: The place to share your stitching news and views
What's New: ...for embroiderers
What's On: Dates for your diary
Book Reviews: Some of the top new titles
Competition: Cross stitch design programs to be won
Embroiderers' Guild News: Keep up to date with what's going on at the Embroiderers' Guild