The term 'whitework' covers a range of traditional but much-loved hand embroidery techniques. It contains full instructions on the traditional techniques used in whitework, plus ways to explore and develop these techniques for more contemporary applications.

Tracy A. Franklin is a freelance specialist traditional embroiderer. She trained and then taught at the Royal School of Needlework for several years. She is the author of New Ideas in Goldwork and contributor to Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Techniques (0713488174). Nicola Jarvis trained as a traditional hand embroiderer and textile restorer at the RSN. She is now a freelance embroidery designer and teacher and also works for British fashion companies designing embroidered accessories. Reference Contemporary Whitework (hb edn) 07134 89642

Covers: * Tools and equipment * Threads and materials * History of whitework techniques * Stitch glossary * Shadow work * Pulled work * Drawn thread work * Mountmellick * Broderie Anglaise * Experimental work