Journey through the vibrant, living history of crewelwork, from traditional Jacobean designs to innovative, contemporary projects. Create 8 sumptuous embroidery projects, each with complete written instructions and a full-size embroidery transfer. Written by world-renowned crewelwork experts Phillipa Turnbull and Hazel Blomkamp , this inspiring book provides a fascinating overview of how the art form of crewel embroidery has evolved over the centuries. This stunning book contains: 8 inspiring crewelwork designs each with detailed instructions, charts, and a full-size embroidery transfer Designs from then and now : 2 designs celebrating historic embroideries; 2 original contemporary designs; 4 side-by-side designs (2 designs, each stitched by the two authors, for a direct comparison of how traditional and contemporary crewelwork can produce stunning and varied results) A comprehensive illustrated stitch directory featuring over 80 stitches , divided into historical and modern ways of working. Full-size embroidery transfers for each project Phillipa , an expert on historic embroidery and the founder of The Crewel Work Company , reveals the rich history of crewelwork and celebrates its vibrant beauty. Through her stunning projects and inspiring insights, discover the traditional threads and stitches used and uncover a deep and direct connection to the embroiderers of the past. 'Phillipa is a renowned expert with over three decades of experience [...] Her work is celebrated for its authenticity and historical accuracy, often replicating designs from the 17th and 18th centuries.' Needlenthread.com Hazel is a globally renowned embroiderer and best-selling author, who focusses on innovation in crewel embroidery, experimenting with stitches, threads, beading and more to give her work a contemporary twist. Her joyful, visionary approach breathes new life into this traditional craft. ' Always fanciful, sometimes flamboyant, Hazel’s designs are wildly ingenious when it comes to her use of patterned and textured elements. ' Mary Corbet, Needleandthread.com