Historically, and often out of necessity, children were taught to spin, knit, weave, and do other forms of needlework at a young age. How old were you when you first took needle and yarn in hand?
Women have been involved with textiles throughout time; after all, they have been inspired by a goddess!
Let’s talk about the greatest enemy of all textiles: light.
Discover the colorful origins of the venerable Maison Sajou--a French design and needlework workshop, with a legacy that continues to intrigue stitchers today.
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Norwegian needlework beauty to warm your hands and your heart.
Learn the best practices of displaying textiles in shadow boxes.
Let needlecrafts from the past influence your design choices and projects today!
Mounting and framing heirloom embroidery, cross-stitch, and other small textiles safely takes a little work, but the results are more than worth it.