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"Everyday Folk" by Krista West

"Everyday Folk" by Krista West

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Embroidery designer Krista West shares her enthusiasm and passion for traditional folk embroidery in her new book, Everyday Folk: over 175 folk embroidery for the home inspired by traditional textiles. This wonderful guide to the vibrant world of cross stitch folk embroidery is filled with creative inspiration and practical information for any level of stitcher. The 14 Essential Projects provide chart and instructions to make table runners, table squares, cushion covers, wall hangings, drawstring bags, and even an laptop case! Want to design your own creation? The book also has chapters on folk embroidery design, finishing techniques with step-by-step photos, and a huge Design Library filled with over 150 full color SOC (symbol on color) charts with convenient repeat boxes. 

The coordinating Supply Kits for the Essential Projects contain the same traditional folk fabrics that Krista used for the samples in the book. Please note that due to copyright, the charts for the supply kit projects can be found in the book (kits do not come with charts). 

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Historically-inspired, modern-made!

Avlea Folk Embroidery brings ancient beauty to the modern world with beautiful folk embroidery kits of the finest quality. I design and make each kit by hand in my Central Oregon studio, to give you a wonderful stitching experience no matter your skill level.

Why is folk fabric so special?

Folk fabrics have been used for hundreds of years to make folk costumes and household embroideries. When you work a cross stitch design on them, they give your stitching a beautiful texture and are a delight to stitch on, plus they're made to stand up to daily use. I source mine from a 3rd-generation family mill in Athens, Greece so you can have an authentic stitching experience.

What if I'm new to cross stitch?

One of the wonderful things about cross stitch folk embroidery is that you can learn how to do it in a couple of hours and enjoy it for a lifetime! If you're new, watch my How To Cross Stitch video to get started on your folk embroidery journey.

How to videos

So, you've been stitching a while now?

I can't wait to share traditional folk embroidery with you! The intricate designs, the unique color palettes, the wonderful texture of folk fabrics will provide you with stitching joy. I suggest browsing my Runners & Squares sections as they have the most intricate designs to appeal to an experienced stitcher and every design is available as a kit or a PDF pattern.

Cross stitch runners & squares

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Melinda Burnham

I love Krista's book, Everyday Folk. Beautifully done and chock full of projects and information. Also, it came very fast!

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Juli

I already had this book, but I ordered it for a close friend who also does tons of stitching. She follows Avlea as well as I do online so I’m getting it for a gift for her.

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Kelly Resh

Absolutely gorgeous book! Very clear instructions, sooo many patterns, and the photographs are perfect! I'm very excited to start on a project, and in the meantime, I really enjoy just looking through this book. Well done Krista!

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Jackie Cooper

Very informative and love all the ideas. Now just have to find the time to do all the projects.

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Rosanne Stachecki

Beautiful book. Instructions look easy.

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