Peel back the layers of recycled sarees to uncover the history of ledra quilts in India. Find out how the handstitched motifs rejuvenate reused textiles into striking works of needle art.
Tracing the threads of American needlework, stitch by stitch
The tiny wonders of the Eloise Kruger Collection
The Tudor rose is a hybrid of the floral heraldic badges of two feuding branches of the royal Plantagenet dynasty, the Yorks and the Lancasters.
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A pretty pansy (also known as heartsease) graces a lovely barrette to cross-stitch and embroider.
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Looking for a project to knit for a six- to seven-year-old child? Check out our knitted child’s vest from Weldon’s Practical Knitter!
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Learn this Japanese technique for making cords.
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Keep your hands warm as the seasons turn from winter to spring with a crochet project.
A circular form of Spanish lace first appeared in sixteenth-century paintings, but this style of lace soon radiated out, and variations can be found far and wide.
Nancie M. Wiseman shares her adaptation of a pair of knitted booties from a booklet that once belonged to Flora Campbell Chandler (1884–1965).
With the simplest of tools and materials, a homemaker could turn a utilitarian accessory into something fanciful.
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Learn the story of this delicate crochet style.
Six wonderful connections between Austen, her novels, and needlework!
Over time, vintage and antique textiles can become worn and threadbare. Follow these simple steps to mend and repair your treasured quilt.
Needlework designs in the Lady’s Magazine (1770-1819) that are as appealing today as they were over 200 years ago.
From engraving to knitting, Weldon’s Practical Needlework is a wonderful source for inspiration.
