Embroidery (First Time) is a concise introduction to the craft of decorative hand stitching, with easy tutorials and projects. Learning how to embroider has never been simpler! Like having a personal instructor at your side, this beginner's guide teaches everything you need to know about a variety of hand stitching techniques. Filled with detailed descriptions of materials and tools, the easy step-by-step instructions for classic embroidery, crewel, silk ribbon embroidery, bead embroidery, cross-stitch, and other timeless techniques will have you embellishing projects like jewelry, journal covers, pillows, fashions, and more with confidence. With Embroidery (First Time), you'll be personalizing your own amazing pieces with beautiful stitches in no time.