Assisi embroidery

Assisi Embroidery is a variation of cross stitch embroidery. It is a very charming italian embroidery and simple to do, with this kind of embroidery you can create decorative works. Assisi stitching was named after St. Clare of Assisi, sister of St. Francis, patron saint of needleworkers.

Of all the types of Italian needlework, Assisi Embroidery is probably the most recognized by non-Italians. That is, most embroiderers are at least conscious of it, if they haven't done a bit of it themselves. It is a very attractive counted thread technique that dates back to at least the 13th century, if not before. There are a number of books on the market, some with traditional designs, some with more modern ones. I have quite a few. In my listing of the books that I have, I didn't list…

Learn the history of Assisi work embroidery and find lovely Assisi embroidery free patterns to make this unique form of embroidery where the design is blank and

Assisi Style Dolphin Free Cross Stitch Pattern

Assisi embroidery is a form of counted-thread embroidery based on an ancient Italian needlework tradition in which the background is filled with embroidery.

Assisi work is a kind of hand embroidery that originated in Medieval Italy. The technique produces a colored background where the motif in the design is void - that is, left blank. So you get the color background, and the design stands out because it is not colored. Assisi work was popular as an ecc

Try a new twist on assisi embroidery, these three designs use blackwork instead of cross stitch to give a wonderful effect.

An SCA-oriented class written, designed and presented by Angharad verch Dafydd. First taught February 2013. Please contact the author at angharadvdafydd@hotmail.com if you wish to copy and distribu…

Learn this traditional technique with our free Assisi pattern and add long armed cross stitch to your repertoire. Suitable for beginners and enthusiasts alike

Assisi Embroidery Book