Free Motion Embroidery

This book offers a fresh take on free motion embroidery, encouraging creativity and inspiration from everyday surroundings. Free Motion Embroidery features engaging projects and techniques.

This revised and updated title is drawn from Katie Essam's successful Layered and Stitched Pictures in The Textile Artist series. Free Motion Embroidery incorporates a new bonus project, showcasing Katie's innovative free machine embroidery techniques. Her fresh, modern style combines traditional methods with unique approaches, allowing readers to create stunning textile art inspired by the beauty found in everyday objects.

With eight engaging projects and a plethora of finished artworks to ignite creativity, Free Motion Embroidery teaches readers to draw inspiration from the world around them. From animals and birds to gardens and beach huts, this book emphasizes the importance of observing our surroundings and using that inspiration to craft gorgeous stitched pictures.

Katie's approachable style and clear instructions make it easy for both beginners and experienced crafters to dive into the art of free motion embroidery. This book not only serves as a guide but also as a source of inspiration, encouraging readers to explore their creativity and express themselves through textile art. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills or simply enjoy a new hobby, Free Motion Embroidery offers valuable insights and practical techniques to bring your artistic vision to life.