Shadow Work Embroidery - Japanese Craft Book

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Paperback: 80 pages
Publisher: Vogue (2026)
Language: Japanese
Book Weight: 470 Grams

Shadow Work Embroidery is a beautiful form of whitework embroidery in which shadow stitches are worked from the back of the fabric, creating backstitch outlines and soft, shadow-like areas that appear on the front.

This delicate needlework technique is worked on lightweight, semi-transparent fabrics such as linen and organza, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful translucent effect of the stitches.

Because the shadow stitch can fill areas quickly, projects progress relatively fast, making this an approachable and enjoyable way to experience the elegance of traditional whitework embroidery.

Contents

• Café Curtain with Lily-of-the-Valley Bouquet
• Alphabet Sampler with Colored Thread
• Alphabet Lampshade
• Long Curtain with Ribbon Motif
• Drawstring Pouch in Colored Linen
• Scalloped Lily-of-the-Valley Doily
• Sampler with Alphabet and Small Flower Motifs
• Alphabet Sachet
• Basket Cover with Ribbon Motif
• Travailleuse
• Framed Sampler
• Bolster Cushion
• Wreath Cushion
• Flat Pouch
• Daisy Doily
• Shadow Work on a Handkerchief
• Ribbon with Small Flower Motifs
• Ecru Square Cushion
• What Is Shadow Work?
• Materials and Tools
• Basic Shadow Work Techniques
• Whitework Techniques
• Project Instructions

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