Heirlooms of Tomorrow in Wool Embroidery

In this, Joan's second book she includes cozy, comfy baby's blankets, cushions, covered coathangers, a wonderful wildflower design carry basket, cuddly bears and bunnies - all embroidered in versatile wool. There is even a complete Christening Gown set, featuring singlet, sheet, towels, washer, gift and card.

All of the projects are elaborately explained and illustrated. Joan gives full details so even the beginner embroiderer can undertake these projects. Included are notes on tracing and transferring designs, needles required, threads to 'draw' out of the pattern.

Drawings and instructions cover every stich used in the book, and there is a detailed flower guide with step by step notes on creating wonderful flowers in wool and other threads - roses, blossoms, lavender, flannel flowers, buds and leaves as well as instructions on folding the ever popular silk ribbon roses.