Casalguidi Style Linen Embroidery

 

by Effie Mitrofanis

This  book revives the glorious art of Casalguidi Embroidery named after a small village near Pisa in Italy where it was developed and flourished between the late 1900's and World War One.

All the techniques and materials, both traditional and contemporary, required to make a treasure trove of beautiful works are described step by step with numerous diagrams and photos. They include bags, pouched and purses using tradiotional techniques as well as contemporary projects

This is from our class library of books we have used for inspiration over the years so not new but in excellent condition.