The Embroidery of Mexico

A Vibrant Celebration of Traditional and Modern Designs

Gimena Romero

Description

Part travelogue, part artistic meditation and part practical guide, this stunning book invites embroiderers of all levels to discover the living heritage of Mexican embroidery and make it their own.

Gimena Romero takes you deep into the symbolic language of stitch, tracing its threads from indigenous communities to contemporary urban streetscapes. Discover:

  • Distinct regional styles including Tenango, Street, Mazahua, Toninero, Mixe and Purépecha embroidery, each introduced through vibrant photography, storytelling and in-depth technique
  • Experimental practices such as Lavín embroidery (using human hair) and Romero’s own abstract, texture-based compositions
  • Stitches, motifs and techniques including: Tenango foot, Xi (tree leaf), Zigzag, Eye, Leaves; fruit-based filler stitches like Open banana, Pineapple, Strawberry and Woven watermelon; embroidered pansies; Mixe stitches rooted in regional language and culture, and contemporary embellishment techniques: Cortés braid, Moss, Mexican coral stitch and Interlinked hearts
  • Practical guidance on tools, materials and transferring designs
  • 8 pages of full-size templates, ready to copy off and use

Details

  • Format
    Hardback
  • Pages
    192
  • Size
    260 x 205mm
  • Publisher
    Search Press
  • ISBN
    9781800924185
Stock Code
260156
Our Price
$49.99
Coming soon – due June
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