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* The Stitcher's Companion

At last a book that tells you everything you ever wanted to know about
stitching - but never liked to ask ... now you can learn the tips,
tricks and wisdom of generations collected in one easy guide for you to
enjoy....

Dear Fellow Stitcher
My name is Helen Dickson and I have been stitching for more years than
I can remember. I come from a long line of skilled needlewomen and I
made my first (rather wonky!) stitches under my mum's gentle guidance
nearly half a century ago!
I know how lucky I was being able to learn my craft in this way, and
now I want to share all the knowledge and expertise I've gained with
others. In The Stitcher's Companion we'll journey together through the
wonderful world of thread, floss and fabric. Along the way I'll share
with you not only the knowledge handed down to me by my own Mum,
Grandma and the rest of my family, but also of the Mums and Grandmas of
stitchers across the world who have generously shared their stitching
secrets with us.
Putting this book together took me back through the years ...
to the time when I would sit with my Mum while she stitched one of her
wonderful hand embroidered creations, now cherished family heirlooms.
As we sat together over our embroidery she would patiently show me the
basics, and I was soon stitching my own first projects.
The knowledge of hand embroidery that my Mum and Grandma passed on to
me as I grew up has truly been worth its weight in gold over the years.
I was so lucky to benefit from this wonderful stitching inheritance, to
share their hints and tips and learn the secrets they acquired slowly
and painstakingly during the course of their lifetimes.
As I learned from them, I would look at my work, and then at theirs and
think that I would never ever be able to stitch as well as them. My own
hand embroidery was always a bit messy and my stitches uneven. But my
Mum and Grandma never made me feel bad about it - they just helped me
with loving advice and encouragement, showing me the right way to make
my stitches look neat and even. Over time, I gained in skill and
confidence, and now I create and sell my own designs to others.
Of course not everyone is lucky enough to have such a rich store of
knowledge passed onto them. It can take many years to discover the
secrets they passed onto me so lovingly - and of course many stitchers
don't learn them at all.
Have you ever wondered why your project isn't working out quite how you
expected it to - or maybe felt disappointed that, after all your hard
work, something wasn't quite right? Or have you felt foolish while
shopping, not understanding how different fabrics suit different
projects, not knowing how to choose the right needle? Sometimes it's
had to ask for help, particularly if you feel it's a problem that's so
basic others might laugh at your lack of knowledge.
As a designer with my own website, I receive many emails from other
stitchers asking for my help with their embroidery and other sewing
problems, and later, thanking me for the help and guidance I've been
able to give them.
And so the idea for The Stitcher's Companion was born ....
I noticed that many fellow stitchers were asking me the same questions
and the answers to these, together with the knowledge passed down by my
Mum and Grandma, formed the original basis of this book.
That original concept has now been expanded further through the
addition of hints and tips generously contributed by other stitchers
across the globe, covering everything from working with metallic
threads (would you ever have thought of putting them in the fridge?!)
to organising your floss and stitching on a dark background.
The Stitcher's Companion was written with you - the reader- in the
front of my mind. It's an easy, fun read, packed with practical advice
and suitable for both newbies and the more experienced stitcher. You'll
learn all the tips and techniques you need to help you stitch right
first time - and every time - so you too can produce the hand
embroidery projects that will be admired by your friends and family
today and become your own family's heirlooms of the future.

Written in a friendly, humorous style, The Stitcher's Companion
contains all the information you need about fabric, floss and thread,
from choosing the right fabric and floss for your embroidery project
and transferring your design to the fabric to framing and displaying
your completed work. And as well as the knowledge handed on by my own
Mum and Grandma, you'll receive the best hints and tips from stitchers
all over the world. Every time you start a new project, you'll want to
refer to The Stitcher's Companion - and as well as a really useful
guide, it's a great, entertaining read too!
But don't take my word for it .... try this little exerpt ....
"If you are reading this then you're probably already aware that
stitching is fun! No, more than that, it's stress-relieving,
calm-inducing, what-to-give-as-a-gift-problem-solving creativity! In
short, it's totally life enhancing for the stitcher as well as for the
totally lucky recipient of our stitchy endeavours.

Now, how to stitch is, at first sight, a very simple skill to master
and so many people (non-stitchers of course) simply don't understand
how easy it is to become obsessive about floss, thread and fabric. They
don't know how complicated and totally absorbing the simple act of
pushing a pointy stick attached to some string through a piece of
fabric can become. Who has time for cleaning, laundry and weeding the
borders when there is the elusive bullion stitch to master, that
tapestry or cross-stitch chart to complete and perhaps a top to quilt?

Non-stitchers don't understand that although pushing a pointy stick
through fabric might at first sight seem very simple and boringly
repetitive, actually there is much more to it than that. Consider the
world of creativity that is revealed once you open your eyes to the
possibilities ... there's applique, quilting, tapestry and
dressmaking.... Not to mention Hardanger, blackwork, stumpwork and
cross stitch. The world of stitching will take more than a lifetime to
explore."

Yes, I think we're on the same wavelength if, like me, you have
realised just how satisfying and absorbing stitching can be. And I am
passionate about sharing my knowledge with others ... here's an
excellent tip from my Mum ...
"When you're deciding how many strands of floss you need (if your
pattern doesn't tell you) then a simple rule is never to use a thread
which is thinner than the thread of the material - it will look
insignificant and puny against the background. My mum taught me this
simple rule of thumb and it works in 99% of cases - the exception being
if you're working very fine detail in a small area of your work."
Every page of The Stitcher's Companion is filled with helpful tips and
essential knowledge to help you stitch the most beautiful work that you
can. Your friends and family will be amazed at your expertise. You'll
be able to confidently create your own designs for your home, or as
gifts for others. Perhaps you might like to sell your creations and
turn your hobby into your own small business - the choice is yours!
And as well as my own store of knowledge, there's a whole
chapter devoted to the hints and tips so generously donated by
stitchers across the world. You'll discover:
* How to transfer your dowloaded design to fabric.

* Stop your floss tangling as you stitch.

* Techniques to identify your fabric composition.

* Finishing and framing techniques.

* Selecting the right needle for your fabric

* Essential tips for storing your thread (ignore these at your peril
or you too may have a tangled mess of floss at the bottom of your
work bag!!)

* How to prepare your fabric for stitching

* A whole section of stitch diagrams - some familiar, some much less
so - but you'll find them all so easy to work.

And loads more too ... so don't delay .....
Download your copy of The Stitcher's Companion today!

Your book will be delivered to you immediately upon payment (so no
waiting around) for just
$19.97!
Order today and you'll also receive a free copy of my monthly Bustle &
Sew Magazine as my special "thank you" gift to you ...

The Bustle & Sew Magazine is my own online stitching magazine packed
with patterns, articles and much more for stitchers to enjoy wherever
you are. You will be able to instantly put to good use the new
expertise you've gained from The Stitcher's Companion. You will create
wonderful bags, softies, cosies and more using the Bustle & Sew easy to
follow patterns from your magazine. Your friends and families will be
delighted and amazed - everyone will want one of your creations for
their next birthday/Christmas/anniversary gift!
I'm confident you'll love The Stitcher's Companion and adore
your free copy of the Bustle & Sew Magazine .... so confident that you
will be absolutely delighted with your purchase that I'm offering you a
ZERO risk, unconditional money back guarantee.
Either you love The Stitcher's Companion or you get a full refund. No
if's. No but's. No questions asked. No conditions to meet. Just a
simple, honest guarantee from me to you.... if you aren't delighted by
The Stitcher's Companion for any reason whatsoever, then I'll give you
a 100% refund. And I'll let you keep your copy of The Stitcher's
Companion - and your bonus magazine too.
So don't waste time becoming frustrated trying to master the art of
hand embroidery all by yourself. Learn to be a stitching goddess using
the tips and techniques taught by mums and grandmas all over the world.
Remember .. that's The Stitcher's Companion plus your free gift copy of
the Bustle & Sew Magazine delivered to your in-box for only $19.97! And
a no-risk, total satisfaction guarantee with love from me to you ....
So, if you're ready to get started, then just click on the "Add to
Cart" button below to purchase your own copy of The Stitcher's
Companion....

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I am sure you'll enjoy The Stitcher's Companion and will put your new
knowledge to good use creating some of the designs from your free
Bustle & Sew Magazine. It's so exciting when you realise you can
confidently create all the projects you read about and how easy it is
once you know how!
But remember, just in case, I'm backing up your purchase with a full
money back guarantee. So if for any reason you feel The Stitcher's
Companion isn't for you, then send me an email within 60 days of
purchase for your full refund.

Wishing you many happy years of stitching
Helen xx

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Me Blog Bustle & Sew website
Helen Dickson started her online business, Bustle & Sew in 2009. She
creates designs for patterns that are lively, interesting and fresh,
and will isnpire others to pick up fabric and thread to produce their
own piece of work, with all the sense of achievement and satisfaction
that brings. She loves stitching and is passionate about sharing with
others through her blog, online magazine and now her first book "The
Stitcher's Companion".

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