Frequent engagement in sewing and embroidery can serve as a daily mindfulness practice, says Davenport. "The repetitive, rhythmic hand movements can trigger the body's relaxation response, lowering ...

From embroidered street-style sneakers to classic boots with soft sheepskin linings and thoughtful closures, the Meadow ...

Her works are made on repurposed textiles: bed sheets and tablecloths, often passed down through generations. “They all ...

The stereotypical image of obedient housewives doing needlework is rooted in the reality of many historical women. Embroidery became almost synonymous with a domestic and delicate depiction of ...

The word ‘Phulkari’ literally translates to ‘floral work’. Traditionally executed on hand-spun cotton or khaddar, Phulkari ...

The current war, and the hardships that came with it, elevated the art’s significance. For members of the diaspora, each piece is personal.

Today, this time-honored technique is undergoing a surprising transformation. Hair stylist and artist Nazym Omirzak has ...

Each cross-stitch in this illustration symbolizes a Palestinian killed in the Gaza Strip since October 7. (graphic by and courtesy Maya Amer) Palestinian cross-stitch embroidery known as taṭrīz has ...

Just glancing at her, you’d never be able to tell that Elise—the red-haired protagonist in Czech-based indie studio Attu Games’ forthcoming adventure game, Scarlet Deer Inn—is made entirely of real, ...

A major embroidery loan is set to travel to the United Kingdom under state-backed protection, easing the financial burden on ...