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Passed Down from Generation to Generation: A Grandmother’s Russian Embroidery

Many needleworkers follow in the footsteps of family members who stitched before them. PieceWork contributors are no exception.

Bulgarian Kukeri

I wanted to take a moment to break up the usual holiday routine and talk about Bulgarian kukeri, a textile-rich tradition going back thousands of years.

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A Vintage Picot Snowflake Pattern

If you have a few hours, you have enough time to crochet a darling little snowflake ornament.

A Stitch in Time: Pekinese and Chinese Knot Stitches

There is confusion in the embroidery literature between these two similarly named stitches. Deanna helps explain the differences.

Dressed in 30 Meters of Greek Pride: The Evzones’ Traditional Uniform

The traditional uniform of the Evzone Guards of Greece is as unique as the guards themselves.

Winter Wishes and Mitten Dreams

We invite you to a winter wonderland where you can take a trip to Antarctica, join a winter festival in the arctic circle, and knit a pair of mittens for your next carriage ride.

Embroidered Dolls and The Dolls of Peru

Learn about these colorful and elaborate one-of-a-kind dolls and the women who create them.

Threads of Power: 500 Years of Lace from the renowned collection of Switzerland’s Textilmuseum St. Gallen

Be dazzled by this special exhibit that provides an in-depth look at one of the world’s most exceptional collections of historical lace, from its sixteenth-century origins to the present day.

Home Arts—Needlecraft Magazine’s Monograms to Crochet

Stitching monograms onto household linens and clothing is a timeless way to personalize your life. It is no surprise: monograms are seeing a resurgence.