Catherine Amoroso Leslie is an Assistant Professor in The Fashion School at Kent State University where she teaches History of Costume, History of Textiles, Fashion Merchandising, and workshops in the Needle Arts.

Leslie presents an encyclopedia of the history of needlework. It covers a variety of techniques from around the world, such as running stitch and mirrorwork, general topics such as knitting and cross-stitch, traditions, and countries, from those in Africa to North America. Some B&W photos are included, and some topics have been excluded, such as weaving and plain sewing. The book is aimed at general readers and practitioners.

Catherine Amoroso Leslie is an Assistant Professor in The Fashion School at Kent State University where she teaches History of Costume, History of Textiles, Fashion Merchandising, and workshops in the Needle Arts.

Leslie presents an encyclopedia of the history of needlework. It covers a variety of techniques from around the world, such as running stitch and mirrorwork, general topics such as knitting and cross-stitch, traditions, and countries, from those in Africa to North America. Some B&W photos are included, and some topics have been excluded, such as weaving and plain sewing. The book is aimed at general readers and practitioners.

Catherine Amoroso Leslie is an Assistant Professor in The Fashion School at Kent State University where she teaches History of Costume, History of Textiles, Fashion Merchandising, and workshops in the Needle Arts.

Leslie presents an encyclopedia of the history of needlework. It covers a variety of techniques from around the world, such as running stitch and mirrorwork, general topics such as knitting and cross-stitch, traditions, and countries, from those in Africa to North America. Some B&W photos are included, and some topics have been excluded, such as weaving and plain sewing. The book is aimed at general readers and practitioners.