Sashiko is a traditional form of Japanese embroidery that has a rich history dating back over 400 years. It was created as a practical stitching technique to reinforce and repair textiles and formed ...
Hand embroidery opens up a whole new world of craft possibilities for your sewing projects. It’s wonderfully accessible, and with just a few simple stitches you can create patterns, textures, ...
I mainly use DMC embroidery floss. For DMC No. 5 and No. 8 and for linen thread, I embroider with a single strand.
Embroidery is a breeze in this stellar debut from designer Brasfield. Suggesting that the craft can go a long way in combatting day-to-day stress, Brasfield notes that “embroidery taught me that it’s ...
This story was originally published on May 22, 2023, and has been updated. When Arounna Khounnoraj was growing up, her mother, a seamstress, made and mended Khounnoraj's clothes. She would try to make ...
In the heart of India, nestled amidst the fertile plains of Bihar, lies a hidden gem of the textile world - Sujini or Sujani embroidery. This intricate and mesmerizing craft passed down through ...