" Whimsical is the first word that comes to mind upon looking through this collection of animal-themed embroidery projects and motifs designed by Johanson, creator of the popular embroidery blog Wild Olive. The projects are beginner-friendly, using basic embroidery stitches and simple designs stitched as outlines . Embroidery continues to increase in popularity among contemporary crafters, and these projects will appeal to those sewing for children--and to young-at-heart crafters who enjoy cute critters." -- Library Journal.