“(Needless to say this book is just as thorough in learning how to cross-stitch as how to design – with the basics covered – thread, materials, charts, there are also good close up photos of how to stitch.) But really this books main feature is its dedication to helping you design your own cross-stitch patterns – and the manga – its all about the manga really – who and what are these kawaii characters / cyber beings / heroes + villains / samurai + ronin / monsters … and more fantastic run down on these character types – how to add in text + special effects, change the texture and tone, and how to change the facial features to give different expressions – this is better than many ‘how to draw manga’ books that are so popular with kids these days.” ––WhipUp.net http://whipup.net/2009/11/20/book-manga-cross-stitch/
“This colorful book full of lively needlework designs made my heart sing.” ––Craft Gossip http://needlework.craftgossip.com/book-review-manga-cross-stitch/2009/11/14/
“Here’s one for the never-thought-I’d-see file: manga cross-stitch. That’s right, if you’re the crafty type (or know someone who is), you can make your own throw pillows and fancy wall scrolls emblazoned with your favorite characters (or a close approximation). “Manga Cross-stitch: Make Your Own Graphic Art Needlework” (Andrews McMeel, $19.99) includes patterns and tips for all sorts of projects, from weapon-toting school girls to cute critters to menacing mechs” ––The Detroit News http://apps.detnews.com/apps/blogs/animeblog/index.php?blogid=723
“Manga Cross Stitch, Make your own Graphic Art Needlework totally rocks. The disk that comes with the book is totally awesome, and the explanation of the methods and techniques makes it super simple for just about anyone. This is good for anyone who has both Anime and Manga loves along with an interest in needlepoint. If you are lucky enough to have access to or own one of the larger photo quality printers, you can blow these graphics up to 16X20 and make wall art out of the designs in the book.” ––Alternating Reality http://alternatingreality.com/blog/?p=126
“Manga Cross Stitch provides you with the tools and knowledge to make convincing manga pieces of stitchery. Once you’ve read the book, you can take any of the pieces provided and mash them up to make any number of potential combinations. It’s a book that wants to show you the ropes and then tell you to go skipping. Helen McCarthy is a lady who knows and loves her manga, and it is evident as you read the book. It starts off with a nicely succinct explanation of manga, anime and stitches and then breaks out into six chapters, each covering an aspect of this particular creative genre.” ––Mr X Stitch http://www.mrxstitch.com/2009/08/30/book-review-manga-cross-stitch/
“The book comes with a CD of more than a hundred manga designs to print out and stitch, and software that lets you create your own manga-styled cross-stitch designs.” ––Pittsburgh Live http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/lifestyles/homegarden/s_639304.html
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