Subversive Cross Stitch

Subversive Cross Stitch

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Book Description
In this wicked little book, Julie Jackson reinvents the age-old craft of cross-stitch, finally putting an end to all that saccharine sentimentalism and giving modern stitchers the chance to say what's really on their minds. Stitch up Bitch in Kitchen for a heartfelt housewarming gift. Spread cheer with the ever-festive Bite Me. Or whip up This Place Sucks for a cherished co-worker. This fully illustrated book includes 33 of Jackson's best patterns and easy-to-follow directions. Jackson outlines the simple tools and techniques needed and even offers encouragement and tips on how to create one-of-a-kind revolutionary designs from craft-store patterns with subversive sentiments all your own.

About the Author
Julie Jackson's best-selling designs have been featured in the Washington Post , ReadyMade , and BUST . She is a native of Dallas, Texas, where she lives with her charming husband and menagerie of pets.

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Book Contents:

1. Successful Style: A Man's Guide to a Complete Professional Image
2. The Art of Chair-Making
3. The Complete Book of Home Stenciling
4. The Encyclopedia Of Calligraphy: A Step-byStep Visual Guide, with an Inspirational Gallery of Finished Works
5. The Encyclopedia Of Origami: The Complete, Fully Illustrated Guide to the Folded Paper Arts
6. The Hours of Catherine of Cleves
7. The Joy of Knitting Companion: A Knitter's Handbook
8. The Magic Garment: Principles of Costume Design
9. The Natural Beauty & Bath Book: Nature's Luxurious Recipes for Body & Skin Care
10. The Pattern Companion: Knitting (Pattern Companion)

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