Pocket Guide to Pretty Stitches

Carry-along guide to Visible Mending & Embroidery Stitches

A beautifully compact reference for stitchers of all levels, The Pocket Guide to Pretty Stitches by Karen Hemingway offers clear diagrams, concise instructions, and a curated selection of 50 decorative stitches.

Inside you will find:

• tips for preparing and mounting your fabric
• how to work on evenweave fabrics
• advice for hand tracing and transferring patterns
• needle and thread guide
• step-by-step instructions and photographs for 50 stitches and techniques

Perfect for embroidery, mending, and creative textile work, this durable pocket‑sized guide slips easily into any project bag—keeping inspiration and technique right at your fingertips.