{"title":"Kay Dennis","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intricate world of needlework with renowned author Kay Dennis. Specialising in the captivating art of stumpwork, Kay Dennis brings her wealth of knowledge and passion to life through her expertly crafted books. Whether you are a seasoned embroiderer or a complete beginner, her works invite you to explore the rich history and delicate techniques of this textured art form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her standout offerings, \u003cem\u003eBeginner’s Guide to Stumpwork\u003c\/em\u003e, is an ideal start for those new to the craft. This book is designed to guide you through the fundamentals of stumpwork, providing clear instructions and beautiful illustrations that inspire creativity and skill development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKay Dennis’s contributions to the \u003cstrong\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/strong\u003e category highlight not only her expertise but also her dedication to preserving and advancing traditional embroidery techniques. Her books are treasured resources for anyone interested in the tactile beauty and detailed artistry of needlework.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"beginners-guide-to-stumpwork-by-kay-dennis-9781782217909","title":"Beginner’s Guide to Stumpwork","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKay Dennis is passionate about Stumpwork. This intricate, raised and padded embroidery has its origins in the 17th century and is enjoying a revival amongst embroiderers and lacemakers. It is wonderfully versatile and will appeal both to the novice and the seasoned needleworker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a mix of flat, padded, wired, and free-standing elements, it employs a wide range of embroidery techniques. This comprehensive and colourful book covers both basic and needle lace techniques. Sections on each contain a series of elaborate step-by-step demonstrations showing how to work individual techniques, followed by a project combining all the methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eBeginner’s Guide to Stumpwork\u003c\/em\u003e, Kay takes inspiration from a variety of sources, and her designs include animals, flowers, fruits, and insects—popular motifs in the 17th century. She also creates contemporary designs, and there are advanced projects on landscape and figurative work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA gallery of Kay's work is included to inspire the reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853373198572,"sku":"9781782217909","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14879713482822.jpg?v=1759199817"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/kay-dennis.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}