Filled with embroidery and cross-stitch basics, A Rainbow Of Stitches offers exactly that, with over 1000 different motifs and 80 projects ideas.

The books starts by teaching you all the techniques you need to execute the perfect cross-stitch and embroidery stitches. Once you've mastered the basics, choose from one of the thousand plus designs and get to work on a project. Embroider Pretty In Pink Slippers, stitch Fresh Green Throw Pillows, Dutch Blue Napkins, red Sweetheart Pillowcases and simple white Embellished Bottle Vases.

Organised by colour of the rainbow, create a gorgeous selection of stitched accessories for your home and wardrobe.

You can pick up a copy of the book now from Random House.