One Needle, One Thread

One Needle, One Thread by Tomoko Torimaru, Miao (Hmong) embroidery and fabric piecework from Guizhou, China. Beautiful photography, this book explores the beautiful detailed embroidery work done by the Miao peoples of China. You will find detailed illustrated instructions on various embroidery stitches as well as many project ideas varying from handmade shoes, jacket and skirt panels. Also included is a photo index of stitches. Also, the famous Chinese forbidden knot is shown.

The maps in the back of the book are great for travelers still wanting to explore some of these areas in China which aren't as developed as the big industrialized cities in China.

Here's some useful items to help you get started:

Pre-reduced indigo crystals

Yarn

Cotton thread

Silk thread

9.5” x 9.5” Softcover, 168 pages