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A single thread / by Chevalier, Tracy,author.;
1932. After the Great War took both her beloved brother and her fiancé, Violet Speedwell has become a "surplus woman," one of a generation doomed to a life of spinsterhood after the war killed so many young men. Yet Violet cannot reconcile herself to a life spent caring for her grieving, embittered mother. After countless meals of boiled eggs and dry toast, she saves enough to move out of her mother's place and into the town of Winchester, home to one of England's grandest cathedrals. There, Violet is drawn into a society of broderers--women who embroider kneelers for the Cathedral, carrying on a centuries-long tradition of bringing comfort to worshippers. Violet finds support and community in the group, fulfillment in the work they create, and even a growing friendship with the vivacious Gilda. But when forces threaten her new independence and another war appears on the horizon, Violet must fight to put down roots in a place where women aren't expected to grow.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Female friendship; Needleworkers; Women;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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A single thread [sound recording] / by Chevalier, Tracy,author.; Woolgar, Fenella,narrator.; Penguin Audio (Firm),publisher.;
Read by Fenella Woolgar.1932. After the Great War took both her beloved brother and her fiancé, Violet Speedwell has become a "surplus woman," one of a generation doomed to a life of spinsterhood after the war killed so many young men. Yet Violet cannot reconcile herself to a life spent caring for her grieving, embittered mother. After countless meals of boiled eggs and dry toast, she saves enough to move out of her mother's place and into the town of Winchester, home to one of England's grandest cathedrals. There, Violet is drawn into a society of broderers--women who embroider kneelers for the Cathedral, carrying on a centuries-long tradition of bringing comfort to worshippers. Violet finds support and community in the group, fulfillment in the work they create, and even a growing friendship with the vivacious Gilda. But when forces threaten her new independence and another war appears on the horizon, Violet must fight to put down roots in a place where women aren't expected to grow.
Subjects: Audiobooks.; Historical fiction.; Female friendship; Needleworkers; Women;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Firefly's step-by-step encyclopedia of needlecraft : patchwork, embroidery, quilting, sewing, knitting, crochet, appliqué. -- by Dixon, Louise.;
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Subjects: Needlework; Fancy work;
© 2011., Firefly Books,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Women who rock cross-stitch : 30 powerful patterns to unleash your inner icon / by Mancuso, Lauren,author.; Fleiss, Anna,author,illustrator.;
"From rock icons and soul pioneers to country crooners and pop divas, this stitchable celebration of female powerhouses lets you create crafts that say: Women Rock!"--Back cover.
Subjects: Biographies.; Cross-stitch; Handicraft.; Needlework; Women singers;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Cross-stitch in the forest : 25 projects to capture the beauty of nature / by Pigeon, Max,author.;
"Explore your crafty nature. Let needle and thread transport you with 25 one-of-a-kind cross-stitch projects that evoke a peaceful, invigorating walk in the forest. Max Pigeon, cross-stitch designer and founder of Pigeon Coop, beautifully captures light, depth and color in these modern designs that celebrate the majesty of nature. Stitchers can let their creative side go wild with patterns that range from minimalist tree motifs to detailed landscape masterpieces. Spend time creating the elegant beauty of The Mighty Oak or play with silhouettes in the two-hoop Eagle Ravine. Try your hand at stitching on black Aida cloth with the impressive Aurora, or challenge yourself to complete a more intricate scene with the stunning Sequoia Falls. With Max's expert guidance and these inspiring, thoughtful cross-stitch patterns, the serene world of the woods is at your fingertips"--Back cover.
Subjects: Cross-stitch.; Forests in art.; Handicraft.; Nature in art.; Needlework.;
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Kaffe Fassett's bold blooms : quilts and other works celebrating flowers / by Fassett, Kaffe,author.; Lucy, Liza Prior,author.; Patterson, Debbie,photographer.;
Renowned colour expert and quilt and fabric designer Kaffe Fassett explores flowers as a source of inspiration for patchwork and needlepoint in this new quilting guide and pattern collection. Along the way, he shares a behind-the-scenes look at his fascinating design process--from mood boards and "sketching" with colour swatches to planning and sewing the quilts. While the focus is on patchwork and needle--point, the design and color ideas translate to many design disciplines and materials, including crafts, fiber arts, floral design and home decor. Accessible to all skill levels, the designs on each page will inspire you to see how much more colourful and alive your needlework, quilts and creative projects can be.
Subjects: Canvas embroidery.; Flowers in art.; Needlework.; Quilting.;
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Knit your own murder / by Ferris, Monica,author.;
"In the USA Today bestselling Needlecraft Mysteries, Betsy Devonshire has her hands tied between running her needlework shop and turning her sharp eye for deduction to solving crimes ... The Monday Bunch and other local knitters are participating in a fund-raising auction to save a community center, creating a growing pile of stuffed animals and toys right in front of the auctioneers as the audience bids. Among those contributing the most knitted goods is temperamental businesswoman Marsha Hanover--who keels over halfway through the event. After she is pronounced DOA at the hospital, an autopsy reveals that Marsha had been poisoned. But how? And by whom? One of the prime suspects is her ruthless business rival Joe Mickels, who lost a bitterly contested property bid to Marsha. When Mickels pleads his innocence to Betsy, she reluctantly believes him. But if Betsy is going to uncover the real murderer's identity, she must first untangle the knots Marsha made in her relationships throughout her life ..."--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Devonshire, Betsy (Fictitious character); Murder; Women detectives; Needleworkers; Needlework;
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Embroidering plants and flowers for beginners : 33 plants to stitch / by Pourias, Charlène,author.; translation of:Pourias, Charlène.Herbier brodé.English.;
Let your embroidery skills bloom! Perfect for the embroidery novice, 'Embroidering Plants and Flowers for Beginners' is a comprehensive guide to learning some of the most important artistic forms: plants and flowers. Inspired by the beauty and comfort of nature, the embroidery patterns featured within these pages range from wildflowers and cut flowers to garden and forest plants and favorite aromatic herbs. An embroidery guide for all skill levels with overviews on tools, supplies, and techniques, plus over 30 embroidery designs for flowers, herbs, plants, and more.
Subjects: Patterns (Instructional works); Embroidery.; Embroidery; Flowers in art.; Needlework; Plants in art.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Thread reckoning / by Lee, Amanda,1967-;
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Subjects: Mystery fiction.; Detective and mystery stories.; Singer, Marcy (Fictitious character); Women merchants; Needleworkers; Craft shops; Specialty stores; Embroidery; Murder;
© c2011., Obsidian,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Thread on arrival / by Lee, Amanda,1967-;
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Subjects: Mystery fiction.; Detective and mystery stories.; Singer, Marcy (Fictitious character); Women merchants; Needleworkers; Craft shops; Specialty stores; Embroidery; Murder;
© c2012., Obsidian,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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