Lettered in Thread
Creative Techniques for Designing & Embroidering Meaningful Messages
$42.59
- Paperback
160 pages
- Release Date
1 December 2026
Summary
Combine hand lettering and embroidery to create stunning designs for self-expression, encouragement, activism, and more with this step-by-step guide to embroidered lettering.
Lettered in Thread merges two unique art forms—hand lettering and embroidery—to create custom works of art. Artist and creator of Pretty Strange Designs, Ciara LeRoy is an expert at speaking through thread; her vivid, expressive designs catch your eye, and their messages linger with you. In Lettered …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781635869439 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1635869439 |
| Author: | Ciara LeRoy |
| Publisher: | Workman Publishing |
| Imprint: | Storey Publishing LLC |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 160 |
| Release Date: | 1 December 2026 |
| Dimensions: | 203mm x 203mm |
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Critics Review
“This is the kind of book that readers–whether lettering enthusiasts or fiber arts devotees–will return to again and again, each visit revealing new insights, inspiration, and encouragement. Simply put, it’s an all-around banger that deserves a place on the shelf of anyone passionate about the intersection of text and textile.”–Cymone Wilder, lettering artist and founder of Simon and Moose
“What a beautiful resource bringing lettering and embroidering together! Lettered in Thread is a vibrant book with inspiring imagery and easy to follow exercises guidance. It’s also a joy to get a glimpse of LeRoy’s creative process.”–Andrea Pippins, illustrator of Young, Gifted, and Black
“Lettered in Thread is a great resource for stitchers who want to stab their thoughts into existence! This book will guide you through the fundamentals of embroidered letter work with fun projects to support your journey.” –Shannon Downey aka Badass Cross Stitch
Ciara LeRoy
Ciara LeRoy, a.k.a. Pretty Strange, is a Cincinnati-based independent artist specializing in hand lettering, illustration, murals, and embroidery. In 2017, she started Pretty Strange Design with a mission to make beautifully offbeat creations that inject imagination into everyday life. LeRoy has collaborated with several creative industry leaders, including DMC, LoveCrafts, Pentel, and Domestika. She has also been hired by top brands, such as Madewell, Ann Taylor LOFT, and Rae Wellness, to design embroidered lettering for their platforms and products.
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