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Product details
- ISBN 9781446317792
- Dimensions: 190 x 246mm
- Publication Date: 20 Oct 2026
- Publisher: David & Charles
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
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Unlock your creativity with this joyful guide to abstract embroidery!
In Creative Abstract Embroidery, Ruth Hughes invites you into a vibrant world where texture, colour, and freedom of expression take centre stage. Whether you're an embroidery beginner or a seasoned stitcher ready to break the rules, this inspiring book encourages you to step away from rigid patterns and embrace the messy, colourful beauty of freeform stitching.
Ruth shares her own artistic journey - how embroidery became a meditative escape and an exciting form of self-expression. She provides the essential embroidery techniques, stitches, and tools to get you started, before guiding you into more adventurous territory: from creating 3D effects to working with texture, blending yarns, and stitching on unconventional surfaces.
Each project is an invitation to explore your own voice and style. With open-ended prompts and playful guidance, you'll develop confidence, discover new approaches, and create abstract artworks that are deeply personal.
Perfect for crafters of all skill levels - especially those seeking a fresh, modern take on embroidery
Includes expert guidance on essential tools, techniques, and stitches
Features over 200 colorful photographs and 10 expressive, inspiring projects
Explores 3D stitches, texture-building, and experimental approaches
Encourages creative freedom and self-expression over rigid rules
Let this book be your creative spark - pick up your needle and thread and start stitching your own abstract masterpiece today!
Ruth Hughes is an abstract embroidery artist, passionate about pushing the boundaries of traditional embroidery. She explores pattern and textures through vibrant colour combinations and inspires others to experiment and develop their own artistic styles. Her work is sold and enjoyed worldwide. You can find out more at wildfloss.co.uk or on Instagram @wildfloss where Ruth shares her work with her 42k followers.
