Böcker av Christi Johnson

Mystical Stitches: Embroidery for Personal Empowerment and Magical Embellishment is an enchanting book written by Christi Johnson. Published by Workman Publishing in 2021, this book takes you on a journey into the world of embroidery, but not just any embroidery. Johnson weaves together threads of personal empowerment and magical embellishment, creating a tapestry of knowledge that is as fascinating as it is practical. As you delve into the pages of this book, you will discover the power of embroidery as a form of self-expression and personal development. The book is a treasure trove of information, tips, and techniques that will help you unlock your creative potential and transform your embroidery projects into works of art. Mystical Stitches is not just a book, it's a journey, a journey that will inspire, empower, and enchant you. So, pick up your copy today and let the magic of Christi Johnson's Mystical Stitches take you on a journey of discovery, empowerment, and magical embellishment. Published by Workman Publishing.

From an acclaimed embroidery designer and bestselling author of Mystical Stitches, an accessible how-to guide full of original stitch designs that will inspire readers to pick up a needle and thread. Written for all levels of stitchers, The Art of Embroidery Design teaches the value of establishing a creative practice, with hands-on sketching and stitching exercises to help anyone build confidence in their design skills. Author Christi Johnson provides a workshop experience for readers looking to start from scratch. She breaks the design process down into approachable steps, including: -developing a vision -choosing a color palette -using variations in line weight to create dimensionality -achieving a range of textural effects. Dozens of colorful photos of the author's own work are accompanied by historical examples from artisans in Mexico, India, Peru, China, Nigeria, and more, as well as profiles of some of the most inventive contemporary embroidery artists–it's a complete workshop in a book.