The Whitehouse Daylesford tells the story of 12 exceptional needlework pieces by 12 exceptional designers, all in one remarkable location.

Description

Compelled by our belief that every embroidery has a story waiting to be told, A Passion for Needlework is a series of books that tell these stories.

The Whitehouse Daylesford is a 160-year-old cottage bathed in character and rich in patina. A space masterfully styled with such purposeful intent, every detail exists in anticipation of telling the most wonderful of stories. It is from this location we introduce 12 brand new embroidered masterpieces.

As one of the worlds most beautiful needlework publications, each book in the series features 12 masterpieces for your stitching pleasure, hand selected to delight your senses and evoke your passion. Every project an adventure; each piece with its own unique story.

A Passion for Needlework | The Whitehouse Daylesford is the ultimate coffee table book and how-to guide for any discerning needlework artisan. This 240-page publication features a hard cover with linen binding, gold foil, ribbon bookmark, premium quality print and a pocket for convenient storage of the pattern sheets.

Featuring lavish galleries of gorgeous photography for the admirer, meticulous and detailed instructions for the hands-on, all projects include our world leading step-by-step instructions complete with detailed diagrams, how-to guides, expert tips and tricks and illustrated stitching glossary.

Featured Projects

‘A Passion for Needlework 4 | The Whitehouse Daylesford’ features the following projects:

• Arbor Vitaeby Tania CohenTree of Life depicting Australian flora with a fabulous array of stitches
• Nandina & Cicadaby Jane NicholasStumpwork study of a cicada inspired by a Japanese family crest
• The Penguin Kingby Georgina BellamyThree-dimensional penguin using goldwork embroidery techniques.
• Reflectionby Hazel BlomkampCushion with sophisticated stitch combinations enhanced with beading.
• Put Your Feet Upby Di KirchnerVibrant Australian flowers in crewel embroidery, perfect for a footstool
• Charismaby Susan O’ConnorSilk evening bag with fruits and flowers in glorious colours.
• Allium ‘Puple Sensation’by Trish BurrBotanical art superbly rendered in threadpainting
• Greensleevesby Brenda SortwellCrewel cushion with abundant flowers, foliage and sparkling highlights
• Perfect Matchby Fumie SuzukiBeautiful combination of Schwalm and Reticella embroidery
• Wildflowers of Hepburnby Alison ColeThree-dimensional recreation of a native lily, orchids and flax
• Wood Anemonesby Di van NiekerkFlowers and leaves in dynamic ribbon embroidery to enhance a printed panel
• Forty Winksby Anna ScottLarge, cosy blanket featuring flowers from the Proteaceae family