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Showing 81–103 of 172 results for “Embroidery”

ArticleHow to Display (Most) Textiles Without Damage, Part 2Mounting and framing heirloom embroidery, cross-stitch, and other small textiles safely takes a little work, but the results are more than worth it.
ArticleAround the World in StitchesIn The Atlas of World Embroidery, Gillian Vogelsang-Eastwood guides readers through a remarkable survey of global stitching traditions, revealing the techniques, motifs, and histories that have shaped embroidery around the world.

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ArticleStitches for a Crazy QuiltA merry assortment of embroidery stitches are used to cover the seams in crazy quilts. The only limits are a needleworker's imagination and materials on hand.

ArticlePunto Antico: Classic Italian EmbroideryPunto Antico (antique stitch), a type of Italian drawn-thread work, is thought to have its origins in the Levant. The geometric shapes are said to be inspired by the Arab influence that dominated the island of Sicily for centuries.

ArticleA Year of StitchesJournaling the year using embroidery.

ArticleAn Introduction to Miniature Punch Needle EmbroideryLearn a new technique!

ArticlePhoto Extras from "Bakhiya: A Tale of Tiny Stitches"Take a closer look with these bonus images featuring the vibrant embroidery traditions of Kutch, India from our Winter 2025 Folk Wear issue.

ArticleEmbroidered Piña Fabric from the PhilippinesLearn about piña cloth, woven from fibers from the leaves of pineapple plants, and the delicate and intricate embroidery that embellishes it.

ArticleLong Thread Podcast: Rangina HamidiSeason 6, Episode 10: Wanting to help the women in her native country called Rangina back to Afghanistan. Through the khamak embroidery they have practiced for generations, Kandahar Treasure supports women making a living with their needles.

ArticleFor All Access membersA Summer Wreath in Silk-Ribbon EmbroideryBring the beauty of summer indoors with this Victorian-style pink daisy wreath

ArticleAll That Glitters Is Not GoldA look at Indian beetle-wing embroidery at the turn of the century.

ArticleThe Art of Silk Ribbon: Four Designs that Bloom with TextureDelicate petals, graceful motifs, and luminous silk come together in our newest eBook, a collection of unique silk-ribbon embroidery patterns designed to inspire your next heirloom project.

ArticleCreate Beautiful Shawls and Scarves with Our Newest Pattern CollectionOur annual multi-craft eBook is here, bringing together 14 stunning patterns across knitting, crocheting, embroidery, and weaving.

ArticleOut of the Blue: Five Projects Inspired by the World’s Most Beloved ColorDrawing from knitting, beadwork, embroidery, and sashiko traditions, our new PieceWork eBook invites you to explore the creative possibilities stitched into every shade of blue.

ArticleNeedlework for WeddingsGet ready for wedding season with some lovely past projects.

ArticleFrom the Pages of Ladies’ NeedleworkWe offer up a poem, “The Needle,” to delight and amuse you. Share it with your stitching group, guild, or on social media.

ArticleThreads of HistoryPreserving Historic Embroidery at Woodlawn

ArticleColcha: The Embroidered Stories of San LuisLearn about the history and tradition of this Spanish Colonial style needlework and see how contemporary embroiderers keep the traditions and stories alive.

ArticleIntricately Stitched Tablecloth from AfghanistanDone in khamak, an intricate form of embroidery, this dastarkhan consists of delicate silk satin stitches on finely woven fabric.

ArticleA Handstitched Collection of Mid-Century Handkerchiefs and PillowcasesMid-century homemakers decorated their household linens and handkerchiefs with embroidery, crochet, tatting, hairpin lace, and more—a discreet way to show off their needlework skills.

eBookFor All Access membersPieceWork Presents: 4 Glorious Mittens to Knit eBookThis collection of mitten patterns to knit was inspired by the bits and pieces of French embroidery patterns.

eBookFor All Access membersWeldon's Practical Cross-Stitch, Crewel Work, Smocking and Appliqué Work eBookAmong the over 190 patterns in this collection are numerous borders, centers, corners, flowers and leaves, plus a variety of applique and smocking patterns.

eBookFor All Access membersPieceWork Holiday Ornaments eBookFew traditions are more meaningful than handcrafted holiday ornaments!

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