Tambour Work

Rear cover notes: "Tambour work, from its Eastern origins, has become the preferred embroidery technique of haute couture and decorative bead embroidery. It has likewise been the popular technique for the Irish embroidered tulle laces, viz. Carrickmacross and Limerick. Essentially a chain stitch technique, its myriad forms are fully explored through photos and drawings. After an introduction to the basic techniques for thread, bead and net embroidery, the author offers an inspirational collection of designs with both traditional and contemporary themes. 120 pages, 99 photographs and 194 diagrams and pattern drawings. Yusai Fukuyama teaches traditional Japanese Arts at Museums in Tokyo and lectures in Japan's National Education Centre."