Willings Hands 2 - More of the Counted Thread Embroidery of Betsy Morgan.

Following on from the international success of Betsy’s first book launched in 2019, Willing Hands continues, with the release of a second title featuring 10 new projects.

Worked in counted thread techniques using hand-dyed silk threads, Betsy’s stunning work boxes and accessories are embellished with exquisite motifs creating a rich tapestry illustrating her life stories and experiences.

10 beautiful etuis and 24 coordinating accessories, each with color charts to guide every stitch. Detailed instructions are provided for every step from stitching to construction. At the end of the book, you'll find a whole chapter on construction of etuis featured in this book!

• Dimensions
  28L × 24W × 1.5H (cm)
• 168 pages, soft cover.

The book contains over 75 stitch charts using 38 different counted thread techniques. My personal favorite is Bee Etui. Look what else is included in the book:

• Bee Contained Etui
  Hexagon box etui celebrating bees with motifs and form. Accessories include skep-inspired pincushion, needlebook, ruler in metric or imperial measurements, thread winder and scissor fob.
• Gathering for Winter Etui
  Cylinder box etui showcasing a busy squirrel’s acorn collection. Accessories include a needlebook, pincushion, scissor sheath and scissor fob.
• Virgin Queen’s Stitching Pocket
  Pretty pocket with twisted cord closure, with colourful, Elizabethan-inspired designs and whitework techniques. The cover opens to reveal a needlepage and silk pocket. A matching scissor fob completes the set.
• Bristol Bag Etui
  Stunning red and white linen bag etui featuring a sampler alphabet, spot motifs and English paper piecing. Accessories include a needlebook, pincushion, thread winder and scissor fob.
• Exact Change Etui
  Biscornu-shaped etui with an exuberance of counted thread stitches to explore. Accessories include a needlebook, scissor fob and miniature biscornu-shaped pincushion and waxer box.
• Good for the Goose Box
  Sturdy, three-sided box inspired by migrating Canada geese. Each side of the box features a variation of the goose motif, and the flight of the geese is reflected throughout the design.
• Cardinal Pocket
  Captivating pocket designed to be worn as a handy necklace, keeping stitching essentials close by. Opens to reveal a silk lining with pockets and a needlepage.
• Mermaid Bag Etui
  Linen bag etui with enchanting mermaids and sea-themed spot motifs. Accessories include an orts pot fitted to the base of the bag and matching scissor fob.
• Tasmanian Needle Tidy
  Beautiful folding etui with twisted cord closure. The cover encloses needlepages and an embroidered pocket. A matching scissor fob completes the etui.
• Holbein Hexagon Etui
  Hexagon box with silk pincushion lid showcasing Betsy’s favourite stitching technique with Tudor-inspired motifs. The box panels are tied together with silk ribbons and accessories include a needle book, scissor sheath and scissor fob.