Historical Stumpwork & Raised Embroidery Book Bundle (2 Books).
This highly technical pair of reference manuals delves into the art of 17th-century three-dimensional raised embroidery and stumpwork. It’s ideal for historical costumers re-enactors textile artists and advanced needleworkers.
1.Stumpwork: The Art of Raised Embroidery by Muriel L. Baker (1978 Hardcover, Charles Scribner's Sons, 116 pages). A comprehensive guide detailing historical stitches, padding methods, and wirework motifs.
2. The Craft of Silk and Gold Thread Embroidery and Stump Work by Mildred J. Davis (1973 Paperback, Charles Scribner's Sons, 96 pages). An excellent manual focusing on opulent gold work, fine silk threads, and traditional high-relief designs.