Between Stitches and Sculptures: Matt Smith’s Exploration of Abstract Repurposing
Matt Smith is a multi-disciplinary artist who modifies found needlework with graphic patterns to re-examine the original artistic intent and distort preconception.
Matt Smith is a multi-disciplinary artist who modifies found needlework with graphic patterns to re-examine the original artistic intent and distort preconception.
Are you a student in love with needlework? Are you a textile artist in training? Enter The Mr X Stitch Student Needlework Prize and show us what you are making!
Per Fhager is a Swedish needlework artist whose large scale embroideries capture the atmosphere and drama of classic Japanese video games.
Mathilde Renes is a textile artist from Haarlem in the Netherlands whose hand embroideries playfully capture everyday moments.
Kate Kretz’s textile art transforms personal and social dissonance into a powerful, cathartic experience.
Fine Cell Work’s unique project combines rehabilitation and artistry in prisons, producing stunning Christmas decorations, crafted by inmates as a form of therapeutic creativity.
Meet Shonaegh Stewart, third-place winner at Hand & Lock Prize 2017, celebrating her Scottish roots and pioneering the future of goldwork embroidery
Dive into a world of drink-themed soft sculptures, where coffee, soda, and spirits inspire textile artists like Kate Gwilliam and Alicja Kozłowska.
Discover Hannah Mansfield’s award-winning goldwork flower sculptures, inspired by the seasons and embodying delicate textures, at the Hand & Lock Prize 2019.
Explore Miki Sato’s enchanting textile art, blending fabrics, threads, and paper for captivating, tactile children’s book illustrations.
Explore Ali Rauf’s journey from cultural influences to award-winning couture, reflecting his unique blend of traditional and modern embroidery techniques.
Discover our curated selection of the 14 best cross stitch books for 2023, perfect for gifting or indulging in your passion for needlework this Christmas. From modern classics to subversive samplers, these must-have cross stitch guides offer inspiration and detailed instructions for crafters at every level.