AS&E Issue 77 Rare

This beautiful issue of Australian Smocking & Embroidery is filled with inspiring stories from smockers around the world, hints and tips from the experts and over 68 step-by-step instructions including an extra 4 pages plus bonus pattern sheet with this issue…

• Lily’s Special Day by Marian Sitko
  Christening gown, petticoat and matching bonnet. Sizes newborn and 6 months.
• Perfumed Rose by Kathleen Barac
  Traditional square yoke dress in soft cotton lawn. Sizes 3, 4 and 5 years.
• Twilight by Julie Graue
  Stunning silver satin smocked bag with delicate beaded fringe and organza bow.
• Cute as a Button by Gail Doane
  Adorable bishop with coordinating wool velour jacket. Sizes 2, 3 and 4 years.
• Butterfly Dreams by Sharon Venhoek
  Cosy winter twill nightgown with embroidered vine. Adult sizes 10, 12, 14 and 16.
• Little Sailor by Lynda Delallo
  Smart navy romper with linen sailor collar. Sizes 3, 6 and 12 months.
• Pure of Heart by Denise Bakes
  Cotton sateen dress and jacket with beautiful ribbon embroidery. Sizes 6, 8, 10 and 12 years.
• Strawberry Kiss by Julie Graue
  Cute summer top and matching Capri pants. Sizes 2, 4 and 6 years.

This stunning issue has something for everyone… including a stunning silver smocked and beaded bag by Julie Graue perfect for your next big night out. You’ll also love her cute summer top in bright floral print with matching capri pants. Gail Doane has created another divine outfit combining a red wool cashmere jacket and coordinating floral bishop, with buttons galore.

Kathleen Barac has smocked a traditional square yoke dress in a pretty vintage floral, and Sharon Venhoek’s soft winter twill nightgown will keep you warm and cosy.

A breathtaking christening gown, bonnet and petticoat with an array of laces by Marian Sitko, a beautiful dress and jacket suitable for a Communion by Denise Bakes and a smart navy romper for baby boys by Lynda DeLallo complete yet another stunning issue.

Each project is accompanied by step-by-step instructions for beading, construction and embroidery techniques to help you to create a masterpiece.

All this and so much more… with timeless fashion for babies, toddlers, older children and adults, you’re sure to find the perfect project to create for yourself, your friends, your children and your grand children!