In this gloriously illustrated book, master embroiderer Young Yang Chung shows readers how to "paint with a needle," by embroidering in silk using centuries-old East Asian techniques and traditions.

A world-renowned artist and gifted teacher, Young Yang Chung provides detailed step-by-step instructions for 19 original projects, ranging from wall hangings to a cell phone case, that are suitable for all levels from beginner to advanced. The full-color photographs of centuries-old pieces that demonstrate the various stitchery techniques are of such fine quality that Painting with a Needle: Learning the Art of Silk Embroidery with Young Yang Chung stands as an art treasury as well as a "how-to" book.

In her fascinating text, Chung takes readers on a journey through time as she places silk embroidery in an East Asian historical and sociological context. Tips on how to get started, including the types of tools and materials required, a list of suppliers, a section on starting and finishing methods, and a glossary of embroidery terms in three languages (Chinese, Korean, and Japanese) make this the ultimate book on silk embroidery.

Author — Young Yang Chung.

Paperback. 176 pages. 10" × 10" (25 cm × 25 cm).