The art of twisted thread embroidery, or Jacobin embroidery, has existed for at least a thousand years. Today it is at the peak of popularity and is experiencing a rebirth, becoming a favorite hobby of many craftswomen. The author of this book is sure: in Jacobin embroidery, one should use all the variety of fabrics, threads and beads available today in order to revive and update techniques, give free rein to one's imagination, act freely, adhering only to the general direction characteristic of embroidery with wool. This book is the result of twenty years of experience in performing and teaching Jacobean embroidery. Its goal is to show needlewomen how to find creative use for threads, beads, various stitches, borrow techniques from other types of needlework and nevertheless create things characteristic of Jacobin embroidery.