Blackwork
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Book Overview
Blackwork, or black-on-white embroidery, has long been a popular craft among needleworkers. Often referred to as "Spanish work" because of its association with Catherine of Aragon and its possible... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0442227922
ISBN13:9780442227920
Release Date:January 1977
Publisher:Van Nostrand Reinhold Company
Length:160 Pages
Weight:1.42 lbs.
Related Subjects
Crafts Crafts & Hobbies Crafts & Hobbies Embroidery Needlecrafts & Textile Crafts NeedleworkCustomer Reviews
4 ratings
Great Book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
As a historical reenactor I enjoyed this book quite a bit. It's full of pictures of period portraits with lovely black work designs.
A good reference
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
Many dim and fuzzy pictures, but a lovely historical needleworkers reference. Worth having in your library, and a good inspirational boost. I wouldn't consider it a pleasure read, or a quality how-to, but something in between, and wothwhile nonetheless.
An excellent treatment of the subject
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
I admit it. I'm scared of blackwork. But this book makes it seem not quite so intimidating. Lots of examples of it are included, in numerous b/w illustrations and photos of extant Tudor/Elizabethan work (there's modern stuff, too, but I'm not as interested in that). There are also instructions for doing blackwork, though the explanations are a bit hard to follow in places. Overall, this is the best treatment of the subject I've seen yet. As an acquaintance of mine has said, while it's still in print, get it! Or you may find yourself hunting for it when it's gone. I seriously don't know /any/ blackworkers who don't have this book.
A look at a popular form of needlework
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Whenever an embroiderer asks "What book should I get to learn about historical blackwork", the answer is always "Blackwork by Mary Gostelow". This book is very well written, and whilst I do not agree with all her conclusions about what blackwork is - her reasoning is logical and she includes lovely pictures - both of historical and modern blackwork.I would have liked to see some more pictures of historical works (especially colour photos) - and would have liked her to address some popular misconceptions about blackwork.All in all - I really do love this book and it is one that I always recommend.
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