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Discover a World of Blue and White

Our fascination with blue and white spans cultures, generations, and craft traditions. Explore this classic color pairing in our new Summer 2026 issue.

Shibori Inspiration and Japanese Textile Resources to Get You Started

A resource supplement for PieceWork's Summer 2026 issue: The World in Blue and White.

The Art of Rescuing Forgotten Samplers

Drawn to the damaged and dismissed, one collector uncovers the stories stitched within these less-than-perfect antique samplers and shares a pattern for you to stitch yourself.

Long Thread Podcast: Curtis Gregory, George Washington Carver National Monument

Season 14, Episode 5: Best known for his work with peanuts, renowned agricultural scientist George Washington Carver had a lifelong passion for needlework. Park Ranger Curtis Gregory shares stories about Carver’s interests in handwork and natural dyeing.

The Spirit of Mending: Boro at the International Quilt Museum

A new exhibition reveals how Japanese makers extended the life of indigo textiles through the art of piecing and mending.

The Modern Language of Tatting

While the core of the craft has remained the same, the language of patterns has evolved over time.

Ceremonies and Celebrations: PieceWork Call for Submissions Spring 2027

We're seeking articles and projects that illuminate the role of needlework in ceremonies and celebrations, from wedding finery to ritual textiles.

The Needleworker’s Ultimate Resource Guide to Celebrating America’s 250th

From commemoration to inspiration, we’ve gathered 30+ exhibitions, events, and resources to help you join the festivities.

Wool, War, and Motherhood: How Britain Knitted for Its Babies, 1914-1918

During the First World War, knitting for soldiers was patriotic. Less remembered is the mother at home, urged by popular magazines to knit not only for the trenches but for the cradle, too.