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Necessity is the mother of invention. Out of restriction and prohibition, American women deloped techniques of embroidering plain weave fabrics with the only material available - candlewicks. They created a new art form. Today, we have new modern threads and materials to use, but the resourcefulness of these women lives on.                                                                                                                                      Review Cart

Australiana Candlewicking, Anne Green, ISBN 1876373326
Our Price $5.95, weight 75 grams, PB, In Stock
This book has been inspired by the every changing landscapes of the Australian outback, together with the outdoor activities of children. some of the designs reflect the art of indigenous Australians. The stitches used are of an advanced and textured style.

Candlewicking, Claire Bryant, ISBN 0486245721
Our Price $10.50, weight 145 grams, PB, In Stock
Candlewicking is an authentic American needlecraft that developed during the colonial era. Its timelessly elegant patterns, simplicity, affordability, quickness and ease of competion have made candlewicking the most popular 'new' form of embroidery. 24 iron-on patterns are provided in this easy-to-follow guide.

Candlewicking & Beyond, Gray Clarke, ISBN 064630917X
Our Price $27.50, weight 240 grams, PB, In Stock
Predominantly floral designs, with the addition of designs for children and other designs for borders and embellishments. Incorporate your work with quilting, and learn how to make complementary tassels as well.

Candlewicking designs, Alma Schwabe, ISBN 0670872369
Our Price $29.95, weight 320 grams, PB, In Stock
Featuring both traditional and modern designs, including letters of the alphabet. Learn the required stitching techniques and explore a variety of projects.

Contemporary Candlewick Embroidery, Denise Giles, ISBN 0873497392
Our Price $36.00, weight 470 grams, PB, In Stock
Designer Denise Giles has taken the classic needle art of candlewicking and updated it for today's home, using coloured embroidery floss, silk ribbon, embroidery stitches and French knots. Combine all of these to create decorative textured accents for every room in your home. Simple enough for the biggin with innovative touches that will inspire the advanced needle worker. Full-size patterns for the projects..

Tonia Todman's Candlewicking Book, Tonia Todman, ISBN 1863511040
Our Price $34.95, weight 245 grams, PB, In Stock
Included in the book are projects for making a lined embroidery basket; a candlewicked bear; two heirloom quilts; a candlewicked box; a coathanger; tea cosy and two cushions. As well, additional patterns are provided for use in projects.

The Unique Candlewicking Collection, Jan Potter, 1863512691,
Our Price $39.95, weight 360 grams, PB, In Stock
There are 27 practical and beautiful projects to allow the adventurous needle worker to push the boundaries of traditional candlewicking. Using coloured threads, beads, buttons, ties, tea dyed fabric and cords, Jan Potter has adapted her designs to tea-cosies, decorative quilts and banners, cushion covers, a needle book, and more.

Wildflowers in Candlewicking, Jan Potter, ISBN 1863511741
Our Price $29.95, weight 200 grams, PB, In Stock
Featuring Australian Wildflowers, Jan Potter introduces colour to provide a variation on the usual cream on cream theme for candlewicking. The book features several projects as well as the designs and instructional advice.

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Abbreviations:

HC        Hard Cover
PB         Paper Back
RRP      Recommended Retail Price
S           Spiral Bound
SH        Second Hand

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