Wool embroidery is a very popular craft -- ideal for first-time stitchers or experienced embroiderers. The stitches are generally large and are so simple and quick to work on woolen fabric with wool and cotton threads, plus the addition of decorative ribbons and buttons.The unique projects in this book range from the simple to the sophisticated and include the easy technique of applique with wool embroidery.Step-by-step instructions are given for over 20 projects in a variety of styles and themes: cottage garden, daisies and roses, baby giraffes, country hearts -- all can be embroidered on such items as a throw rug, a hot water bottle cover, cushions, a wall hanging, and small toys.The projects, including patterns and diagrams, are graded from simple through advanced, and include instructions for transferring designs to fabrics, starting and finishing threads, foolproof tips on how to select colors, cutting instructions, embroidery diagrams and a stitch glossary -- plus assembly instructions for completing the projects.