Universal Stitches for Weaving, Embroidery, and Other Fiber Arts Paperback – May 28, 2013

Avid stitcher’s can never have too many resource books on techniques and applications and this really is a great reference for those very things. It starts with five basic stitches and various ways to use them. It then goes into examples of their uses from the past and present and then there are expanded stitches in the third section. Diagrams are easy to follow and there are quite a few.If you are looking for a stitch book that is different from so many on the market, this one is for you. It is a treasure trove of inspiration..

There so much to like about this book. Absolutely full of information for the fiber artist. What I found interesting was the interpretation of a single type of stitch across several mediums. So interconnected! Dislikes? Because there is so much info you need to take small bites. Well designed book.

A must have for your textile library. Weaving techniques will be of interest to anyone who is using a flip loom, 8 harness, or Saori loom. I am delighted to add this to my collection.

Very good and help to mi.I am very satisfied of the purchase and its fast attention. Hava Weiss

Beautiful images and a wonderful, inspiring book.

Really helpful. Better than I expected.

This is an study of five stitch families, Interlace, Wrap, Loop, Chain and Knot, as they apply to both surface design and fabric construction, from embroidery, Hoskins provides photographs of historic and modern examples and goes into great detail about how to produce the stitches in different forms of weaving as well as on completed fabric. If you subscribe to Handwoven or Piecework magazine this title may interest you. This title is a recommended purchase for academic and special libraries, such as guild and art libraries, as well as large public libraries.