The New Carolingian Modelbook by Ianthe d'Averoigne

The New Carolingian Modelbook: Counted Thread Embroidery Patterns from Before 1600 by Kim Brody Salazar writing as Ianthe d'Averoigne

In the tradition of antique embroidery pattern books, author Ianthe d'Averoigne has collected nearly 200 of the most beautiful Medieval counted embroidery patterns directly from their original sources. Also included are historical details to help in recreating these patterns as they were originally rendered in the Middle Ages. The author explains pattern books as they were used then and how embroidery was used to decorate almost every aspect of Medieval life. She goes on to explain the types of ground fabric and embroidery threads and colors used with suggestions for modern substitutes to produce the most authentic results.

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