Victorian Splendor

The third and final volume in the "Victorian Trilogy", this manual reveals how lavish embellishment on fabric, furnishings and fashions can be created with ease using the advanced technology of the 21st century. It includes discussion of silk ribbon embroidery, beading and lace-dyeing.

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The third and final volume in the "Victorian Trilogy", this manual reveals how lavish embellishment on fabric, furnishings and fashions can be created with ease using the advanced technology of the 21st century. Machine embroidery artist Jenny Haskins rounds off the techniques previously covered in "Victorian Pansies" and "Victorian Roses" by showing in detail how to make stand-alone lace using soluble stabiliser and further elaborating on her machine quilting and applique methods. There are tips for those without the latest sewing machines on how to utilize limited resources to best effect. Hand techniques are also prominently featured with silk ribbon embroidery, beading and tassel-making combined with lace dyeing and antique fabric colouring techniques.