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5 Books for the Needlearts Lover

A few book reviews to accompany our Fall 2025 issue

A Family Tradition: Clones Lace Christening Robe and Bonnet

It was in these desperate and demoralizing times that women, through their artistic and delicate hands, created the singular craft of Clones lace.

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Summertime Crafting

Take your shuttles on the road with this easy motif.

Trekking the Globe in Stitches: Africa

Appliquéd banners have been used for centuries in the West African Fon kingdom of Dahomey, known today as Benin, to illustrate power and prestige.

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Wrap Me Up!

Find the Brooklyn Museum Sampler Throw pattern, 12 charts, and 12 sets of written instructions all in one place.

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The Arraiolos Stitch

Explore the rugs of Portugal with this unique stitch.

The Red Huipiles of Patzún

Learn more about this traditional handmade blouse.

Needlework for Weddings

Get ready for wedding season with some lovely past projects.