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Madeira embroidery

3 books about Madeira tagged “Madeira embroidery”.

Cover of The Embroidery of Madeira
🏛️ History & Culture

The Embroidery of Madeira

Carolyn Walker, Kathy Holman · 1987

A detailed treatment of Madeira’s celebrated embroidery tradition — its history, fibres and techniques — with step-by-step stitch instructions, diagrams, photographs and projects.

Cover of Madeira Embroidery
🏛️ History & Culture

Madeira Embroidery

Alberto Vieira · 2007

A hardcover history of Madeira embroidery produced by the Bordal house in Funchal (English translation), documenting the origins, techniques and cultural significance of the island’s famous whitework.

Cover of The Art of Madeira Embroidery
🏛️ History & Culture

The Art of Madeira Embroidery

Lillie McAnge · 2004

An illustrated reference on Madeira’s traditional whitework hand-embroidery (bordado) — its history, stitches and techniques. A distinct alternative to Carolyn Walker’s book.

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