This practical guide covers a wide range of whitework stitches and techniques, and provides inspiration for all embroiderers, whatever their level of experience

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The ultimate resource for needlecrafters on using these traditional, timelessly appealing embroidery techniques. In whitework, the texture of the stitchery, whe