Express press service HYDERABAD: The specialized embroidery work found on traditional Lambadi skirts, dupattas and cholis is unique to the Lambada community, whose women have preserved the intricate style for centuries. Although it may seem only a matter of time before their traditional embroidery perishes, with those of the previousRead More →
JANOME/BERNETTE Embroidery on denim dresses and tops has become more and more trendy and popular. But hand embroidering can be time consuming and exhausting, and can even accidentally prick your fingers. Embroidery machines are an easier (and much faster!) way to personalize your garments with designs and customizations. Whether youRead More →
At first glance, this dramatic scene of a kingfisher bird diving into the water could be mistaken for a photograph. But, look again. Everything is created using yarn. The incredible image is the work of the embroiderers of XQ Vietnama group of embroiderers who create incredibly realistic works with justRead More →
What if textiles could react to body movements? this is the question that led ganit goldstein to create a embroidery piece as part of his MA at the royal college of art in london. Titled “Rhythm of Matter”, the project explores the role of physical materials in a digital spaceRead More →
This article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more information. Getting into embroidery can seem a bit daunting at first. With so many styles, stitches and techniques to learn, it can sometimes be dauntingRead More →
The Earth is a constant source of inspiration for artists. As we’ve seen time and time again, creatives produce works that pay homage to the natural world, whether big or small. Danielle, alias Satellite points, goes big with her embroidery. Its intricate pieces are tiny studies of vast ocean satelliteRead More →
This article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more information. With their delicate shapes and iridescent colors, insects are perfect subjects for arts and crafts projects. embroiderer Megan Zaniewski is a creative who celebratesRead More →
Artists and artisans around the world have used the humble needle and thread for centuries. Embroidery is an ancient art, but today’s artists perpetuate the textile technique in their own way. British embroiderer Youmeng Liu is a creative who pushes the boundaries of the profession. She creates food-inspired 3D embroideryRead More →
NNA | Update: May 31, 2021 8:49 p.m. STI Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) [India]May 31 (ANI): The government’s financial aid program for energetic and hardworking entrepreneurs has changed the life of a woman from Bhorihalan village in Shopian and earned her the title of “Embroidery Lady”. Dasy Jan, who hasRead More →
The educated traveler – A column exploring the many miles of what South Asia has to offer. Get stories from India Currents straight to your inbox. When we say Rumal, a small square piece of cloth or a handkerchief, an object of daily use, flashes before our eyes. Rumal isRead More →
Embroidery has a long history in the Americas – a profession once reserved for men, later imposed on women as a symbol of domesticity. But in recent decades, women have reclaimed the craft as a peaceful and powerful tool of protest, even amid the pandemic. Just this week, after subwayRead More →
Personal care comes in all shapes and sizes. For me, what has kept a part of me grounded during this quarantine and pandemic is the things I can create with my own hands. Yes, I paint, draw and do origami. But my real passion and what keeps these hands busyRead More →
This article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more information. Every day at sunrise and sunset, the sky turns into a gradient of beautiful colors. Los Angeles-based textile artist Jen Smith (also known asRead More →
Embroidery has been around for centuries and the craft continues to evolve today. Artists push the boundaries of their materials and bring extraordinary designs to life with needle and thread. One of these designers is a Japanese textile artist ippas. She sews 3D replicas of food, household items, leaves andRead More →
The Daily Orange is a nonprofit newsroom that receives no funding from Syracuse University. Consider making a donation today to support our mission. Syracuse resident Ciarah Richardson bought a sewing machine in January 2020. Little did she know the COVID-19 pandemic would inspire her to relaunch her freelance embroidery business,Read More →
During the last virtual meeting of SmartX, the European accelerator for smart textiles, on October 9, the versatility of flat knitting and the productivity of embroidery in the creation and commercialization of new smart fabrics were highlighted. SmartX has just launched its latest call for applications, with companies having untilRead More →
This article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more information. This year has been tough for many, but creatives have found a way to move forward and continue making art from home. Textile artistsRead More →
This article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more information. Textile artist Fenny Suter from Suter Design & Co. creates 3D paintings you can touch. Her extraordinary embroidery art evokes the different tactile sensationsRead More →
Photo: Image bank by Mr_Mrs_Marcha/ShutterstockThis article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more information. One of the best things about embroidery is that it doesn’t take long to get started. With just a fewRead More →
Photo: rawpixelThis article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more information. Right now craft is experiencing a serious revival, as more and more people return to the idea of using their hands as aRead More →
June 5 – August 9, 2019Opening: Wednesday, June 5 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Debbie Armstrong, Beth Cunningham, Jane Dunnewold, Janis Hooker, Lucia LaVilla-Havelin, Barbara Lugge, Kim Paxson, Miki Rodriguez, Mary Ruth Smith, Pamela Studstill, Sue Anne Sullivan Hand sewing is a meditative journey that takes time. The age-oldRead More →
Sarah K. BenningThis article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more information. Embroidery has always existed and it is not exaggerated. Its roots are ancient, each culture having a form in its history ofRead More →