From pin cushions and pictures to chair covers and carpets, this beautifully photographed book contains over 25 designs for both experienced and novice needleworkers.

A wide range of traditional designs by Elizabeth Bradley are included, all lavishly photographed in full colour. Taking inspiration from the Victorian period, Elizabeth combines animals, birds, flowers and fruit into exotic and colourful images. With the aid of handpainted colour charts, clear and detailed instructions indicating yarn colours and quantities, and practical information on stitching and making-up techniques, each design is easy to complete.

Many designs and uses are presented: cushions featuring subtly shaded, mossy rosebud wreaths, a dark-eyed spaniel, or rich autumn leaves. There is a cord and tassel design for making borders, abstract patterns, patchwork cushions and a variety of pictures and rugs. The photographs show many ways of using the designs for decoration or present-giving, and a