Book description
Slow down and embroider your way through the changing seasons with the beautiful debut book from embroidery artist and rising star Emillie Ferris. Needlepainting, also known as thread painting or silk shading, is a form of embroidery that creates a realistic, lifelike effect using a single strand of thread and one simple stitch - the 'long and short' stitch. You can create gorgeous colour gradients, magical details and flowing stitch directions that are perfect if you want to embroider flora and fauna. In this richly illustrated step-by-step guide, self-taught embroidery artist Emillie Ferris shows you how to pick up a needle and thread in the same way as a paintbrush to create strokes of colour and bring images to life on fabric.Inspired by nature and the changing seasons, Emillie has created five new and exclusive patterns for the book, four that reflect each season in turn and one special design that brings the natural year together into one showstopper embroidery. This book is the culmination of all of Emillie's skills and years of experience in this wonderful, meditative art form. Each design has around 60 detailed step-by-step photos, showing every stage of the process, so that even complete beginners can follow along and create beautiful embroideries. If you have been considering learning the art of needlepainting but are unsure where to start, then this book is for you!Not only are the embroideries sublime, but the book itself is a thing of beauty, with incredible attention to detail - from the exquisite photography to the lavish hardback binding, making it a real treasure for the book lover. Plus, high quality iron-on transfers at the back of the book allow you to transfer the designs directly onto fabric to get started straight away.In this book Emillie generously shares her tried and tested tips and techniques, including advice on materials, transferring designs onto fabric, and fully illustrated explanations of the stitches and skills needed. The five in-depth projects draw on Emillie's love of nature, including motifs that she is best known for such as flowers, foliage, bees and fungi. This beautiful book will become an indispensable and treasured guide allowing you to paint with thread the Emillie Ferris way.
Lord Theus
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Disco Potato
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Sir Shark
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MuseMaster
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. ππ§ This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Darkside Isis
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SubWoof330
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! The app's performance is exceptional, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted audiobook experience. It's clear that it's designed with audiobook enthusiasts in mind. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldnβt stop listening. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Dangle
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ThoughtTrailblazer
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience.
Poppin Loot
This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy β it's eye-opening. This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. ListenBook has become my trusted companion. It's my go-to app for expanding my knowledge and enjoyment. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineβgood narration, decent storyβbut it didnβt leave a lasting impression. If youβre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Moon Solitaire
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Spooky Yellowjacket
This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. I'm impressed by the app's performance β it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts.
Show Off
The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. ListenBook has given me the gift of time β turning daily tasks into moments of inspiration. The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content.
Dakota Bliss
ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my passport to countless stories. ππ Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration β this app keeps me engaged on the road! ππ§ Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended!
General Finish
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Helmet Destroyer
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Chip Queen
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. π§ Navigating through narratives has never been simpler β this app's functionality enhances my audiobook journey. ππ« I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. ππ
Silver Agent
π Elevating everyday moments β this app adds an extra layer of magic to every aspect of my day. πβ¨ ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
Lady Q
The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Athens Fire
I've found solace in listening to audiobooks before bed β it's my form of meditation. With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life.
Kazmii
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience