Leisure Arts Stitchery Teach Yourself To Make Biscornu Embroidery Book

Leisure Arts Stitchery Teach Yourself To Make Biscornu Embroidery Book- This amazing little eight-sided pillow gets its name from a French word meaning quirky and is perfect for pincushions, sachets, ornaments, and gifts. A basic Biscornu is composed of two fabric squares that are stacked, with the top square askew, and then sewn together. Step-by-step instructions, plenty of photographs, and full-color charts will guide you through the fun of creating these 9 tiny treasures. Designs include: orange gem, rosebuds, crimson flower, blue pearls, and more. Projects require 16 or 18 count Aida or linen fabric, a variety of embroidery floss, a tapestry needle, fiberfill and an iron. Finished Biscornu size is approximately 2 3/8"x 2 3/8", but varies by fabric count. 32 pages, softcover.