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The latest issue of Stitch!
In the latest issue of Stitch, we’ve packed in a bit of everything, from intricate designs and modern motifs to projects that push the boundaries of traditional embroidery. Our talented contributors have poured their skills and hearts into projects designed to inspire and challenge, while our feature stories explore the history and contemporary revival of embroidery, both locally and around the world. Your cover star is a beautiful piece honouring the mesmerising Aurora Borealis, created by the talented Hellen Edwards. This project allows you to create a truly unique piece of art using free-motion embroidery. We also present a decorative cuff to add a touch of sparkle to your Christmas outfits, and a festive Dorset button to adorn your Christmas décor. Loetitia Gibier introduces the first instalment of the six-part series of her incredible phenology wheel, combining a variety of stumpwork techniques to showcase the changing of the seasons throughout the year. Alongside other projects, including an intricate white lace-effect snowdrop and a Celtic knot book cover, you’ll find interviews with stitcher extraordinaire Olya Isaenkova, who creates hyper-realistic natural scenes, and Rachel Midgely, Curator of the Gawthorpe Textiles Collection, who shares her life as the guardian of this remarkable and internationally renowned collection.
Here’s to inspiration, creativity, and the wonderful world of embroidery – get your copy today!
Alice Bryan
Stitch Editor
Projects
PHENOLOGY WHEEL
Explore a range of techniques to create Loetitia Gibier’s year-long project. This is the first in the series, starting with winter.
CHRISTMAS CUFF
Claire Muir shows how to make a stunning festive accessory and spruce up your festive outfits.
AURORA COTTAGE
The striking colours team with a tactile material to create a stunning final piece by Hellen Edwards.
XMAS TREE DORSET BUTTON
Gini Armitage shows how to make a cute Christmas decoration.
BEADED SNOWDROP
Combine a range of techniques and make a unique piece of art with Brenda Sortwell.
CELTIC BOOK COVER
Keep your secrets safe or create a personalized gift with the help of Jay Hooper.
Inspiration!
CURATING A LIFETIME
Rachel Midgley tells us about her journey in curating the Gawthorpe Textiles Collection.
STITCH TOGETHER
We find out more from Harrogate Creative Stitchers.
MEET THE ARTIST
We Interview Olya Isaenkova, who takes her inspiration from nature.