Love Embroidery Issue 5

Autumn is a favourite season for many, with shorter days and cooler evenings evoking thoughts of cosy nights curled under blankets. But, it’s the journey nature takes us on that sparks creativity, from the rich reds and golds of the trees to the way the crisp air and crunch of leaves heighten our senses. Like embroidery, the beauty is in the detail, so take crafting cues from the colours around you and look to the little things. As embroidery artist Merrill Melideo shows, there’s joy to be found in simplicity.…

Is it really time to wave good-bye to summer sunshine? Do we mind, when cooler weather gives us a brilliant excuse to stay indoors and stitch our hearts out? To get us in the mood for autumn, Jenny Blair has designed a gorgeous golden-coated fox, and the rich hues of Maggie Snücker’s sunflower will warm us up nicely. Autumn is a time when many of us are inspired to try new skills, so I’m delighted that Lucy Davidson has shared her love of needle-punching. We’d love to see your versions of Lucy’s design, and all the other projects in this issue too. My latest ‘project’ is my new baby daughter. So, I shall bid you a temporary cheerio while I’m on maternity leave. I’ve handed the reins over to someone…

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Rich heritage If you prefer fashion with a story, check out Gudrun Sjödén’s new Russian-inspired Folklore collection. Featuring hand-embroidered detailing on soft environmentally-friendly fabrics, it’ll add a flash of dramatic opulence to your autumn wardrobe. Layer woven, knitted and jersey pieces for the ultimate look or pick one statement piece like this Petra skirt, available in black, cranberry and violet. www.gudrunsjoden.com Fall in love Welcome the season with Georgie K. Emery’s gorgeous Autumn Selection patterns. Paying homage to all things botancial, these sampler-esque designs don’t just showcase nature’s finery, they also celebrate a host of stitch techniques. Embrace old favourites and try something new, back-to-school style. www.georgiekemery.etsy.com OVO BLOOM WHEN ABSTRACT ART MEETS EMBROIDERY My latest work explores the botanical landscapes and jungle of Sri Lanka. Hand embroidery sits delicately…

All dressed up EMBELLISH CHILDREN’S CLOTHING WITH BUTTERFLIES, FUNGI AND LEAVES Circle of life GATHER TOGETHER AN ABUNDANCE OF COLOUR FOR A HEARTWARMING GREETING MAGGIE MAGOO DESIGNS Carole, aka Maggie Magoo Designs, creates contemporary artwork inspired by the natural world, folk art and mid-century design. Plants, flowers and insects feature throughout. Autumn, with all its glorious colours, is Carole’s favourite season, so she was especially happy to be asked to contribute to this issue of Love Embroidery. As much of Carole’s art is designed digitally, the slow pace of embroidery a relaxing contrast. Find Carole’s designs at www.maggiemagoodesigns.etsy.com Toadstool hoop MATERIALS Your gift – Autumn harvest embroidery transfers Cotton fabric: 35x35cm, mustard Stranded cotton: blue, light green, dark green, orange, bright red, dark red, white Embroidery hoop: 12cm diameter Basic…

Found florals Flowers stitched on tulle… what a dreamy idea. We were bowled over when we spotted one of Olga Prinku’s hoops hanging in a window with the sunlight drifting through. Jumping straight on her website we found tutorials that show us she does it. Olga makes works of art from dried botanicals, placing them into beautiful arrangements before stitching them onto the fabric. She even shares how to dry the found florals. A gifted illustrator, you’ll find Olga’s embroidered designs festooned on Anthropolgie textiles and embellishing Ruth Eaton’s fashion collection. www.prinku.com…