I belong to a regional craft group, where a couple of neighbourhood buddies satisfy every other week to drink wine, eat homemade nibblies as well as make things. From knitting hats, assembling wedding event picture albums as well as felting trivets to making paper, we are a productive group! My jobs usually include knitting, however this week I believe I will branch out as well as try something new.

After visiting the Y&Co showroom the other week, I have ended up being totally consumed with embroidery. They have the most gorgeous embroidered material by Vanderhurd right now that will knock your socks off! The patterns are mainly geometric on a neutral linen background, as well as they are just divine. The level of craftsmanship is extremely apparent by the consistency of these intricate patterns.

This combo of hand printing as well as embroidery is so quite — it adds so much structure to simple linen.

Now, I’m not stating that I will attempt something this intricate on my very first go, however I am noticing that there are great deals of fantastic concepts out there. embroidered embellishments are definitely on pattern right now, from simple blanket stitches to intricate patterns on pillows, tea towels, napkins — you name it!

For example, I like these embroidered napkins from Crate & Barrel — a simple upgrade to the traditional white mixed drink napkin.

This Criss cross pillow from business C is a fun handle traditional plaid.

And here’s a truly fun tea towel from Anthropologie with a hand-stitched pineapple.

As for my craft group, the job I’m going to attempt is from Natalie Chanin’s new book, Alabama studio style (2010 Abrams). Specifically, the Eyelet-Embroidered Placemats as well as Napkins.

Not only is the book beautifully shot, there are some fantastic jobs as well as a glossary of different stitches with easy-to-follow instructions. So, desire me luck, as well as I will publish back with the progress…

For an simple diy textile project, inspect out Michael Penney’s Block-Print material TV episode.

Photo credits:1. Grande Etoile 2, Vanderhurd2. Grande Prisme 4, Vanderhurd3. outstanding Sunrise 1, Vanderhurd4. Cecelia embroidered mixed drink Napkins, Crate & Barrel5. Criss cross pillow, business C6. Pineapple peel Dishtowel, Anthropologie7-8. Alabama studio style by Natalie Chanin (2010 Abrams)