Lunéville embroidery is a refined technique that dates back to the 17th century. Originating in the town of Luneville in France, the former residence of the Dukes of Lorraine, it was named after its birthplace. Under the patronage of the ducal court in Luneville gathered talented embroiderers who created exquisite masterpieces, glorifying the city with their fine work. This technique acquired a special status, becoming ...

Immerse yourself in the world of creativity at ExpoCreativ Luxembourg! For three days, Luxembourg will be filled with an atmosphere of creativity and inspiration as the 10th edition of ExpoCreativ Luxembourg will take place from 26 to 28 January 2024. This unique platform will bring together the best craftsmen and manufacturers of hobby and creative goods, ....

Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style that is done with a needlepoint stitch, most often with white thread on dark blue fabric. The embroidery process creates repetitive (rhyming) patterns, which are the basis of this style. From Japanese, Sashiko translates as "piercing", which well reflects the essence of this simple but beautiful method of embroidery. Boro or Japanese patches are the new trend ...

"The needle is my tool, the thread is my medium, and the stitches are my marks..." - American textile artist Salley Mavor writes about her work. Salley Mavor works primarily with felt. She uses this material to create a miniature world, beautifully combining stunning felt embroidery, natural materials such as tree bark, twigs, shells, and elements of ...

Yumi Okita's original collection of insects is stunningly realistic. The textile sculptures are so lifelike and one of the butterflies seems to flap its wing and fly away. Using fabrics, fur and embroidery in her work, the artist has managed to capture the colours of nature, the variety of living forms and textures. Yumi Okita's three-dimensional embroideries are stunning, devoid of exaggeration or imitation. It is an author's view ...

Embroidery is an ancient art, but artists of today are creating their own unique techniques. British embroidery artist Youmeng Liu is pushing the boundaries of her craft by creating her own 3D embroidery technique. She uses a special needle, pushing coloured thread into the base of the fabric to create a three-dimensional textile ingredient. Scissors then come into play to outline the appetising shapes of the embroidered dish. В ...