Needlepoint Cats
by Julie Hasler
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Author: Julie HaslerEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1998-08
ISBN: 0715303937
Number of pages: 128
Publisher: David & Charles Publishers
Book Reviews of Needlepoint Cats
Book Review: Cats with Character to Make as Needlepoint
Summary: 5 Stars
Cats are notoriously difficult animals to capture in art, and perhaps that is why cat lovers, like me, are so enchanted by a well-drawn picture of one. Having said that, needlepoint versions of cats which really capture their personalities are even more difficult to find. Julie Halser, a British needlepoint and cross stitch designer has managed to give us the treat of beautifully designed cats in her 1998 book, Needlepoint Cats.
Being a cat lover herself, Hasler abses each design on an actual cat. Zoe's Favorite Toy, for example, shows a black and white cat with a toy mouse being held to the ground by one paw. My favorite design of all, Jo Jo, shows a massive grey British shorthair, against a mostly purple patchwork design. Jo Jo looks exactly like one of my cats, even down to the serene face.
Another wonderful aspect of Hasler's designs is her way with backgrounds. No acres of single color backgrounds here; the designs include fields of flowers, a celestial background, Morris-style greenery, stained glass, and oriental rugs.
Designs in many sizes are included here as well from the tops of small trinket boxes to shaped pillows and rugs. One of my favorites is Peeping Tom a small round picture of a cats face. Framed with a wide mat, you can almost imagine this cat is looking through a peephole at you.
The book is clearly planned by a stitcher with exceptionally large, clear color charts, with a color key on the same page. The color numbers are given for the recommended thread. Along with an introductory chapter on basic techniques, there are helpful listings in the back of suppliers and a US/UK glossary to help with "translation."
From start ot finish, this is an outstanding project book.
Summary of Needlepoint Cats
A delightful collection of more than 35 needlepoint designs for all cat lovers. A range of breeds, from the everyday tabby to the exotic siamese, are captured in this selection of endearing designs that show the beauty, grace and movement of one of our favourite pets. Projects range from cushions and footstools to bell pulls, pictures and box lids - a cat peering from every corner of the home. Smaller items, such as place mats, coasters and greetings cards allow smaller items to be stitched quickly. All the designs use simple tent stitch over a range of canvas sizes, and all the instructions are given for completing the projects, from easy-to-follow stitch diagrams to advice on preparing and caring for fabric, and making up instructions. Clear, symbol on colour charts throughout make this a must-have for all cat lovers.Calling all cat lovers! Prolific needlework designer Julie Hasler combines two of her favorite obsessions to produce a gallery of gorgeous needlepoint patterns depicting cats of many breeds in all their glory. Tabbies, Persians, Siamese, Angoras, and Oriental shorthairs cavort over cushions, door stops, wall hangings, bell pulls, greeting cards, trinket boxes, place mats--even a rug and a Christmas stocking. The beautiful full-color charts and accompanying photos capture the many moods of the feline persuasion at play and at rest, with well-chosen backgrounds to set off their colors, markings, and personalities. All the designs are worked in basic tent stitch, though the high level of detail necessitates some degree of needlework experience. All the grace and charm that makes cats so endearing shines through these striking designs. --Amy Handy
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