Organza Hoop Art: Embroidery Techniques and Projects for Sheer Stitching

Have sheer fun with embroidery! 12 skill-building projects for organza designs that cast unique, dynamic shadows depending on the angle of the light Beginner-friendly techniques make working on sheer fabric easy and approachable for any level of embroiderer Step-by-step instructions, coordinating photos, and tips on designing your own embroidery and working with sheer fabric Full-size patterns for most designs, including poppies, a sunflower, a coffee cup, a flowerpot, and more Stitch glossary with tutorials and a helpful overview on tools, materials, and embroidery basics Author Sarah Godfrey was ranked as one of the top "16 Inspiring Embroidery Artists to Follow on Instagram" on BrownPaperBag.com

Looking for new ways to add a wow factor to your embroidery? Discover how to create fresh, eye-catching embroidery designs on sheer fabric with Organza Hoop Art!
Using sheer fabric and a few adjustments to basic embroidery techniques, author Sarah Godfrey's approach is perfect for both beginners and experienced stitchers. Anyone can accomplish this exciting embroidery style without feeling intimidated! Featuring twelve patterns, clear step-by-step instructions, gorgeous photography, tips on designing your own embroidery, and so much more, this book will help you to achieve one-of-a-kind embroidery hoops!
Author Sarah Godfrey is an acclaimed fiber artist, designer, and owner of The Lake of Spring where she sells patterns, embroidery kits, and finished hoops. She was featured in the "Top 100 Embroidery Artists" on BeautifulBizarre.net. Sarah's eye-catching embroidery designs are nothing like you've ever seen before—they cast unique, dynamic shadows depending on the angle of the light shining through.
Inside this inspiring guide, you'll discover the magic of embroidering on organza, with botanical, nature-inspired, and animal designs from simple ladybugs, goldfish, and toadstools to a more intricate flowering cactus, flowerpot, and floral wreath. These beautiful designs are truly one-of-a-kind—and all on organza! The helpful opening section includes useful information on tools and materials and 10 tutorials for need-to-know stitches and techniques.
Try the exciting style of embroidering on sheer fabric, and see your stitches in a whole new light, with Organza Hoop Art!
"Sarah's whimsical and one-of-a-kind style shines in her first book, Organza Hoop Art. Stitchers of all experience levels will love diving into the organza embroidery world with Sarah's precise and easy-to-follow instructions."
—Lexi Mire Brantman, author of Beautiful Embroidered Accessories
"I've been following Sarah's work for years; she has such a unique style and incredible embroidery talent. Everything she touches has a whimsical flair to it, including this beautiful how-to book."
—Jennifer Cardenas Riggs, author of Embroidery Now
"Who knew that embroidery could be so light and airy? Organza Hoop Art by Sarah Godfrey fills my heart with delight! Using just a few basic stitches, the 12 lovely projects focus on home, garden, floral, and sun themes. The thick embroidered images seem to float on the sheer fabric."
—Debra Valencia, author of Embroidered Lettering: Techniques and Alphabets for Creating 25 Expressive Projects