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Publisher: Search Press
Edition: BB Hardback
Publication: 19 January 2023
ISBN 13/EAN: 9781782217664
Stock: 39 in stock
Size: 216x280 mm
Illustrations: 500
Pages: 160
RRP: $59.99

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Embroidered Birds and their Habitats

$59.99

Hand embroidery techniques and inspiration by Judy Wilford

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Book Description

Embroidered Birds and their Habitats explores the author’s fascination with birds and the ways they interact with their surroundings.

The book is divided into three parts:

Part 1 covers the basic requirements of what the reader needs, including design requirements, embroidery materials and additional equipment. It also includes a section on research and choosing a suitable bird and its habitat, and information on drawing up a design related to the bird and its placement in the wider landscape.

Part 2 explores processes and techniques used in designing and working more complicated elements through two projects. These guide the reader through the entire process, from inspiration through to working design. The reader learns techniques for layering the background and stitching; picking up all the skills and techniques needed to complete a hand-stitched, low-relief panel. This includes elements embroidered both on- and off-frame.

Part 3 includes further examples of the author’s embroideries, and drawn designs that could be used in future works. This section also includes information on finishing the work (mounting and framing), a stitch glossary, reference section and acknowledgements.

PART I - Overview of embroidery
Introduction 6
Equipment and materials10
Resource and research20
Design28
The order of work50

PART II - Projects and techniques
A Brief Flash of Red Red-browed firetail finch56
The Nestlings Rose Robin 100
Natural elements of a landscape118

PART III - Inspiration and reference
Studio folios 128
Finishing the work 142
Master works 148
Stitch glossary 154
Bibliography 159
Index 160

Extra Information

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About the Author

About Judy Wilford

Judy Wilford worked with the mediums of fabric and thread and the many and varied techniques of hand embroidery. Her unique embroideries draw on years of personal study and practice in design, drawing, painting, print-making, clay and object making but it is the flexibility and technical variety inherent in textiles, in particular hand embroidery, that always fascinated her.

Judy sadly died in 2022, after a lifetime as a well-regarded tutor throughout Australia and New Zealand at Textile Forums and McGregor Schools (University of Southern Queensland), where she taught techniques she had developed revolving around birds and their habitats, the wider landscape and narrative works.

She won the 2013 National Australian Society of Miniature Arts Awards for Mixed Media and the 2012 Yvonne Perring Memorial Award for best use of Traditional Techniques.
She has written articles for various magazines and books, such as Masterworks and Inspirations, as well as having her book Embroidered Landscapes published by Sally Milner.

Judy lived in Armidale, NSW, Australia.

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Embroidered Birds and their Habitats is divided into three parts, Part one covers the basics for getting started, from choosing a suitable bird to how to draw up the design. Part two takes a look at the processes and techniques involved in creating your own designs. Part three showcases examples of the author's own work. Plus there's info on finishing and framing, a stitch glossary and a handy reference section.

Customer Review

Beautiful birds, no complicated jargon or impossible stitches.

Its a great book, no complicated jargon or impossible stitches, with clear and concise guidance throughout. The book covers so much more than how to embroider birds, it walks you through everything needed to create your own artwork. The authors love of birds and nature is reflected throughout the book the birds shown are native to Australia however this in no way detracts from its use. Its hard to choose a favourite embroidered bird from the book although the Forest Kingfishers (page 15) are so striking, and the colouring and texture of the tree branch and Grey Strike Thrush (page 50) is amazing. If you like birds and nature you will love this book.

Customer Review

Beautifully produced, this book focuses on hand embroidery rather than machine, which makes a refreshing change. There are chapters on how to sketch out your composition and design your project, with ideas for utilising photos as an aid. Samples of finished work are scattered throughout, rather than just at the end which I really liked. There are hints and tips on choosing fabric to enhance your work.

Then come three very detailed projects, again interspersed with stitch ideas for the birds and habitats, full of photos, text and diagrams. So comprehensive that following a project through would be like a private workshop with the author. Finally, there's a section on framing up your work, examples of finished work and a stich guide complete with diagrams.

I really do love this book, which I received for review, and can't wait to try some of the techniques. It's a joy!

Customer Review

I was particularly interested in this book as I love nature, the seasons, garden birds and also love embroidery. I was attracted by the front cover that immediately grabbed my attention and I was not disappointed. The format was very clear, beautiful photographs, clear instructions with useful advise and tips throughout. There was information how to research habitats, useful resources and how to draw and get started. I particularly found this informative as I am a beginner with drawing and has given me confidence to try. I watch my garden birds every day.

I would consider this book for an advanced level however I know all the embroidery stitches in the stitch glossary and how to build the picture is very clearly explained. I loved the idea to create a stitch sampler and will definitely do this. I highly recommend this book, it is beautifully researched and designed, very inspirational and will be an invaluable reference book.

Sew Magazine, April 2023

Are you fascinated by birds? Embroiderer Judy Wilford was too. Choose your favourite bird, learn about its habitat and draw up a working design. Get inspired by two completed projects and discover how to layer and stitch your own background. There's even a section on how to mount and frame your pieces.

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