Blackwork Embroidery and Designs

Blackwork in the past was a form of embroidery using black silk thread. The most common types employ simple stitches to create complex scrolling or geometric patterns - these are generally diagonal patterns these days.

Here are some common designs for personal or educational use.

If you are interested in some beginners instruction in blackwork - then you can click here

It is a link to a PDF eBook which will explain in detail about
beginning blackwork and has a 100% money back guarantee up to 8 weeks. That should give enough time to get started without being rushed in today's busy world. Here is a sample design you can make with instructions from the book.

These arts are rhythmic - the steady movement of hands and focus on a particular activity without distractions will, in my humble opinion, give a sense of peace and relaxation. Embroidery does it, knitting, so does cooking. Digging holes in my backyard, sawing - I say even these do it.

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