Amazing Needlework

As I was doing some internet research on how to set-up a business from home, I came across this fascinating news which is entirely interesting.  In english.cctv.com, it was reported that while residents in Suzhou city, China are engrossed on the solar eclipse in July, an embroidery artist is also bus doing embroidery works  inspired [...]

A white cotton dress, as featured in retrotogo.com, with high waistband and knee-length hemline is embellished with embroidery creating a seventies look. This would absolutely look great when worn with a pretty choice among many practical square scarves available. Accessories on already nice wardrobe would give a more attractive effect.

As published in the news in nation.com.pk, famous designer Zehra, states that there is indeed a great possibility for Pakistanis to be wearing oriental clothing and dresses with embroidery as well. Designer Zehra looks forward to a warm acceptance of her new Eastern Collections across the globe.
As designer Zehra is renowned for her bridal wears [...]

In santafenewmexican.com, I came across this moving article about Palestinian women who serve as breadwinners of their families. These women are living with their children in refugee camps in the Gaza Strips. Sulafa Embroidery Shop, provided these women with materials and trainings for embroidery. And, the products will be marketed by Sulafa. The 500 refugee [...]

On an article in thisisleicestershire.co.uk, the Rutland and Stamford branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild is scheduled to meet on July 16, 2009, Thursday, at the Lady Anne’s Hotel in Stamford. The guild is allowing even guests to make a small canvas work bag. Various threads as well as stitches will be used to make the [...]

Embroidery, as my favorite needlecraft, is really fascinating. I can do many things with just embroidery. Simple things made elegant. For one, I am into fashion stuff. And, becoming fashionable is one thing I try to live up to over the years. Not for any other reason, except, that it’s my way of expressing my [...]

In making needlepoint projects, I always give my very best. One good reason is that I aim to preserve them for my generations to come. I intend to pass on this craft to my daughter and to her offsprings as well. Maybe, because I am the sentimental type. There is something about embroidery that makes [...]

52 children working in zari, an embroidery unit, have been rescued from inhuman working conditions. The kids are from ages 8 to 14.

Appenzell embroidery dates back in the late 1700’s. A characteristic of an appenzell  embroidery would be a floral design. The better to way to figure out if  a piece is an Appenzell is to check if  it still holds  the original label or tag.

A Late-Victorian child’s dress is sold online. It has lace and embroidery on it. It is about 23 inches in length. And is described as a perfect example of a delicate hand-sewing.