When you are next wanting some quiet time, skip the doom scrolling on social media and instead visit the Goldsmiths Textile Collection & Constance Howard Gallery website hosted by Goldsmiths College, University of London. The collection was founded by Constance Howard and Audrey Walker in the 1980’s. It is still …
Ever wonder how I take the most basic stitches—like Straight stitch, Chain stitch, Buttonhole, Herringbone, Cretan, or Chevron stitch—and make them look completely different? I’ve spent years exploring how far a “simple” stitch can go and I share it in this class. Big news—I’ll be one of the instructors at …
This is just a quick heads up to say that CherMyArt has generously reviewed my book Creative Stitches for Contemporary Embroidery on Youtube. It’s very complimentary and a great flick through. Thanks Cher! Also as a bit of news particularly for anyone that will be going through TAST withdrawls, next …
With TAST just around the corner I thought I would answer a question I am often asked. What fabrics can I use for hand Embroidery? If you have ever wondered you may find this video informative.
Just a quick heads up to reader know that I have published another video this time answering the question What is sari ribbon? What sets sari ribbon apart from regular ribbon is that it is made up of repurposed saris. The ribbon is made from strips of silk which come …
This is a quick heads up to let you know, I have just posted another video. You can find it over on my YouTube channel. In it I share a flip through of my fabric book I have recently finished. The project was inspired by the Tao de Ching by …
Recently I finished a stitch roll and thought you might enjoy seeing a video of it where I talk of the stitches and techniques I used to create this modern embroidery project.
