Australian Smocking & Embroidery magazine - Issue #41 1997

Featured Projects ‘AS&E Issue 41’ features the following projects: Les Marguerites by Susan O'Connor Classic navy cotton combined with the simplicity of white smocking is used to create this front opening full smocked bodice dress. Sizes 5, 6, 7 and 8 years. The Dreamer by Nancy Williams The full bodice dress of ivory Imperial batiste, features a row of seven picture-smocked pansies with a subtle pattern of trellis diamonds filling the area above. Sizes 4, 5 and 6 years. Chocolate Kisses by Kathleen Barac A narrow band of subtle smocking encircles the waistline of this plush brown velour dress. Sizes 3, 4, 5 and 6 years. The First Step by Margaret Herzfeld Bullion rosebuds for a braid-like effect below the bound neckline of the sweet little bishop. Sizes 12, 18 and 24 months. Strawberry Thieves by Robyn Beaver The bold geometric pattern of bargello smocking is combined with lush density of the Liberty print. Sizes 2, 3 and 4 years. The Red Dress by Sue Batterham Five bands of closely worked smocking from a sophisticated design on the front of this vibrant dress. Sizes 4 and 5 years. Fairy Tales by Robyn Beaver Lightweight denim romper opening through the front and the inside leg. Sizes 12, 18 and 24 months. Crystal Teardrops by Kerry Easton Two lavish Christmas tree ornaments, smocked with glittering metallic threads, are created from fine voile. Ivy League by Kali Alfrey This traditional white coathanger is a great project for a beginners. Birds of a Feather by Sue Batterham Bands of brightly coloured novelty print fabric are inserted into the square collar and skirt of this sleeveless blue dress. Sizes 3, 4 and 5 years. Includes 5 center liftout patterns. Magazine is brand new but may have scuff marks and minor damage because it's over 25 years old.