Karen Elting Brock is the editor of PieceWork magazine. Raised in a multi-generational household of makers, she learned to value handwork, creativity, and the wisdom of her crafting elders. While she has lived most of her life in Colorado, Karen loves to travel and has plied the back roads across six continents, studying traditional craft and traditional life.
A trip to Santa Fe's International Folk Art Market reminds us how textiles and makers connect us across culture and continent.
A visit to a historic mansion in Maine revealed an unexpected collection of hooked rugs that inspired this dazzling rug-hooking project in PieceWork.
Discover textile treasures from museums around the world in our Fall 2026 issue of PieceWork.
From fabric blossoms to daisy loom flowers, learn how to make your own little garden with these vintage techniques.
From intricate handmade designs to modern textile art, International Lace Day 2026 celebrates the skill, creativity, and cultural heritage of lace makers around the world.
Worldwide Knit in Public Day encourages us to pick up your yarn and needles and share the joy of crafting together. How will you spend the day?
You've loved learning about this extraordinary artisan and scientist, and now you can stitch one of his doilies, too!
We're seeking articles and projects that explore the stories, history, and needlework of silk.
From delicate embroidery and handwoven cloth to treasured artifacts, museums preserve the stories that connect us. Help us celebrate these important institutions and the people who keep history alive.
Drawing from knitting, beadwork, embroidery, and sashiko traditions, our new PieceWork eBook invites you to explore the creative possibilities stitched into every shade of blue.
