Exploring Colour by Julia Caprara
$51.95 ($47.30)

This richly illustrated book is not only visually beautiful and inspirational, but also provides the reader with new ways of learning and studying the art of colour. Textile artist, Julia Caprara, introduces her own unique approach to colour and stitch and invites the reader to share some of the highlights of her own studies on the path of colour.

Each chapter focuses on a key practical element, introducing the reader stage by stage to the language of colour, providing guidance for working with both mixed media and stitch methods. Practical advice is offered on experimental approaches to painting with stitches and ways for composing and resolving a finished item for exhibition.

The Art of Embroidered Flowers by Gilda Baron
$ 26.95 ($24.50)

Using painted and dyed backgrounds, and simple hand and machine embroidery stitches, Baron shows how easy it is to create original designs full of life, texture and colour. She reveals the secrets of her techniques in easy stages using clear step-by-step photographs, projects and inspirational examples of her work. Softcover, p.80