Description
This stunning book by Julie Kneidl includes 12 projects, all using simple stitches and a handful of techniques to create elegant and realistic interpretations of natural subjects.
Each piece is captured with stunning photography and detailed instructions are provided for every step.
Featured Projects
‘Botanica | The three-dimensional embroidery of Julie Kniedl’ features the following projects:
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CauliflowerA cute little cauliflower, stitched with wool threads to create a perfect pincushion.
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PearA plump, juicy pear, worked in shades of olive green and chestnut.
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FigTwo ripening figs, resting on a fig leaf platter.
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GrapesA bunch of fresh, green grapes, complete with a grape leaf.
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GingkoAn elegant twig of dainty, fan-shaped leaves.
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CherriesFour luscious red cherries with a bright green leaf.
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Briar RoseAmazing lifelike study of a pink rose.
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CamelliaA stylish red flower, buds and contrasting leaves.
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Golden WattleA graceful stem with fluffy yellow flowers, leaves and plump buds.
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LemonDelicate, waxy flowers contrast with the ripe, yellow citrus fruit.
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Succulent SpoolStunning succulents displayed on a wooden spool.
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Coastal BanksiaStunning seed pod and leaves of a banksia.
Appletons 528 Crewel Wool Turquoise Blue
Appletons 462 Crewel Wool Cornflower
Appletons 626 Crewel Wool Flamingo
Appletons 337 Crewel Wool Drab Green
Appletons 432 Crewel Wool Signal Green
Appletons 447 Crewel Wool Orange Red
Appletons 454 Crewel Wool Bright Mauve
Appletons 402 Crewel Wool Sea Green
Appletons 403 Crewel Wool Sea Green
Appletons 256 Crewel Wool Grass Green
Appletons 473 Crewel Wool Autumn Yellow
Appletons 502 Crewel Wool Scarlet 



