Hand Embroidery

Slow Stitch

Slow Stitch: Mindful and Contemplative Textile Art by Claire Wellesley-Smith is an important explanation of the power of deliberate slowness in your creativity. It covers several themes, including repairing with stitch, the cultural context of stitch and the value of considered reflective practice.

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The Embroidered Art of Chloe Giordano

The Embroidered Art of Chloe Giordano

The Embroidered Art of Chloe Giordano is a detailed insight into the beautiful hand embroidery of one of the UK’s favourite stitchers. Packed with stunning photography that complements the intricate stitching, this is an inspirational feast for the embroidery enthusiast.

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The Nature Of Creativity

The Nature Of Creativity written by Jane E Hall is a timely book for our age, focusing on how our connection with nature can inspire us and evoke creativity from within. She discusses how a number of things connect together, such as mindfulness and the power of nature to make us feel positive coupled with a desire to create art and craft. You will learn how to nurture creativity to become an artist, using inspiration starting on your own doorstep.

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New Ways To Revamp Your Style With Embroidery

Embroidery is back in a big way as people are now gravitating towards high quality, unique, and more interesting heirloom-worthy pieces instead of plain designer clothing or ones with nondescript prints. Check out these new ways to revamp your style with colorful embroidery. 

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XStitch Issue 20 – MYSTERY | Cross Stitch

Issue 20 of XStitch Magazine blows that myth apart! Our Mystery issue features fourteen original cross stitch patterns from some of the best designers in the business, all of whom have put their spin on the mysterious theme! Want to find out what you can sink your needle into? All will be revealed!

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