Rosemary Drysdale grew up in the north of England. After studying textile design at Durham University, Rosemary emigrated to the United States and worked as an embroidery designer. She was at the forefront of the cross-stitch craze in the 1990s, travelling the world teaching workshops and giving demonstrations. She is recognized as a global expert on black work embroidery, as well as a teacher of many other advanced stitching techniques. She lives in East Hampton, NY with her husband.

• About BargelloHistoryTools + Materials Interlocking Canvas Plastic Canvas Tapestry Wool Other Threads NeedlesScissors Tape FramesColour + PatternsTraditional Stitches Modern InspirationChoosing ColoursGetting Started Threading the Needle Counting Squares Following Charts Foundation Row Second Row Following Rows Finishing the PerimeterProjectsHoopPurseEyeglass caseSmall pin cushionLarge pin cushionCoin purseCard walletKitchen hand towelBathroom hand towelGraphic pillow/cushionKilim pillowNeedle caseScissor caseWall hanging2 x Door hangersGreeting’s card2 x SachetsFramed piece of BargelloPhone caseFour way Bargello in hoop

Bargello is a traditional Italian style of embroidery worked in wool over straight stitches. Rosemary Drysdale’s new book introduces the craft with an overview of the types of canvas, needles and wool  thread you’ll need. She then explains the essential techniques, with easy-to-follow guides to the stitches that create the striking zigzag effect.