Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread received a piece of Suzhou embroidery as a gift. The work — seen through her analysis and beautiful close-up photos — invites study and awe. Enjoy Mary’s post.
Art, patterns and techniques
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread received a piece of Suzhou embroidery as a gift. The work — seen through her analysis and beautiful close-up photos — invites study and awe. Enjoy Mary’s post.

Sunflower ribbon embroidery has such a lovely dramatic finish. The petals naturally suit silk ribbon, the flower centres add rich texture, and even a small design can look beautifully dimensional once it’s stitched. If you’ve been wanting to try this … Read More ...
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