Embroidery

November 12, 2019

Latin American Embroidery Artist Covers Denim Jackets in Colombia’s Colorful Flora

Denim jackets have been a wardrobe staple ever since they were popularized by silver screen stars such as James Dean and Steve McQueen in the 1950s. Today’s jean jackets come in a number of different styles and colors, but Colombian textile designer Ana Maria Restrepo (of Amarpo) adds personality to the simple garment by customizing them with colorful embroidery. Inspired by her Latin American roots, Restrepo’s upcycled garments celebrate the colorful beauty of Colombia's nature.

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June 9, 2019

25+ Funny Cross Stitches with Unexpectedly Modern Humor

Over the past few years, there's been a resurgence of interest in needlework. What was once associated with your grandmother's house is now marching into contemporary homes. Cross-stitch, one of the oldest forms of needlework, used to be thought of as exclusively for alphabet samplers or decorating doilies. However, we've run across some hilarious stitchers that are taking cues from pop culture, resulting in thoroughly modern pieces that might make grandma blush.

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January 1, 2019

Embroidery Maps Celebrate the Natural Beauty Each U.S. State Has to Offer

Most avid travelers and nomads would agree with the saying “home is where the heart is.” From family and friends to childhood memories, your hometown is likely to be the place that’s helped define who you are today. That’s why textile artist Celeste Johnston (of Lemon Made Shop) creates her U.S. state-themed embroidery hoop art wall hangings, allowing U.S. residents to pay tribute to their home state with pride.

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September 26, 2018

Ingenious Hand-Embroidery Uses Cascading Thread to Mimic Flowing Hair

Embroidery artist Sheena Liam thinks outside of the conventional wooden hoop to produce unique portraiture. Over the past year, she has stunned the craft world by creating hair braids with embroidery thread and adding a three-dimensional element to her two-dimensional stitched women. Hair is at the center of Liam’s creative work. Most of her subjects are ladies, sewn in black thread, with long tresses that cascade from the circular canvases.

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