Stitch beautiful creations with the classic, light-hearted look!Over 51 designs for tea towels, placemats, tote bags, chair covers, and moreStep-by-step instructions, basics, tips, hints, and a handy guide to embroidery stitchesHoliday designs, patriotic motifs, seasonal patterns, and projects for every occasionEasy-to-find materials like ready-made towels, muslin, felt wool, and embroidery floss make for inexpensive craftingIf you have been looking for designs that retain the spirit and practicality of traditional motifs, Stitchin' for the Kitchen is the book for you!Here you will find a delightful array of designs from seasonal and holidays to laundry day and everyday tea-time. Endearing themes range from patriotic to natural to eclectic, including hearts, flowers, berries, singing birds, teddy bears, American flags, butterflies, ice cream cones, and more!Using ready-made towels or muslin as the base for appliqué makes it easy to focus on the fun: creating pretty towels, tablecloths, wall hangings, tote bags, and home décor! With the projects in this book, you'll enjoy creating handmade gifts as well as using the finished crafts in your own home.Author Judith Lester learned to embroider tea towels at age 3. Years later, as a retired teacher, she combined her classroom skills of creating bulletin boards and fun things for children with her love and appreciation of quilts. Judith's motto is "giggle and create at the same time"!Learn how to stitch all these embroidered creations:Happy Birthday MatEgg Basket Chair CoverTropical Bird TowelsDragonfly Tote BagChristmas StockingSnow Day PlacematNoel, Hope, and Joy TowelsBread, Wine, and Thee TowelLove PillowcasesPatriotic Place MatAnd many more!Sew, embroider, and appliqué beautiful and nostalgic handmade home decor, with Stitchin' for the Kitchen!
