Vol 1 - Retini di fondo (Pulled Thread Work) by Giuliana Buonpadre The Blue Flower with Tape for Rods attached

with Tape for Rods attached to the rods

cross stitch can be substituted for the majority of these stitches

stitches and techniques

A jewellery-making friend of Monique’s was the inspiration for these dancing butterflies

offering plenty of space for your notions and craft accessories

Vol 1 - Retini di fondo (Pulled Thread Work) by Giuliana Buonpadre The Blue Flower with Tape for Rods attachedRetini di fondo (Pulled Thread Work) is useful for learning how to handle the fabric: the threads must pass through warp and weft following well defined patterns. This is why for beginners I suggest simpler work in "squares"; I then proceed to projects in round or oval areas, and later more complicated shapes. The manual includes diagrams and scans of finished projects and detailed explanations of working techniques. A special section entitled "School