1. Ceramic hanging owl planter by Daria Kreis 2. Lil Peach Dahlia embroidered necklace by Poppy & Fern 3. Cactus stitched wood bag by Grav-Grav 4. ‘Be You’ embroidery pattern by Thread Folk x Alli K 5. Palm wallpaper by Lucy Tiffney 6. Thorn…
It has been so unseasonably warm in Baltimore that it hardly seems like fall. I think that’s why I’ve been gravitating so much to Halloween-related illustrations (as evidenced on my Instagram), because I’m looking for a reason for it to…
The spookiest day of the year is upon us, and animator Stefanie Shank is here for it. She has created a series of delightful dog animations that feature a delightful dachshund who dresses in adorably terrifying costumes, enjoys pumpkin spice…
Mandi Smethells literally captures the rainbow in her series of sculptural fiber art. She hand-wraps cotton and forms into miniature and giant colorful arcs. Ranging from pastels to metallics, the tactile pieces are full of joy. I love the play…
As Halloween barrels towards us (and I still don’t have a costume…), there’s one recently released book that is in keeping with the spooky month, but won’t scare you; it will make you celebrate the talents of women! Called Literary Witches,…
I’m always impressed when I see people embroidering on tulle fabric. It appears finicky at best—and at worst, unforgiving of your mistakes (of which I make many as I sew.) But, the effect produced from tulle embroidery is worth it;…
The start of fall always has me thinking about the holidays. And I’m sure I’m not alone; mid October is the perfect time to get your plans—and especially gift preparations in order—so you aren’t praying to the mail-order gods that…
Last Friday, it was fun to share some of the sketchbook inspiration that I’ve saved using the Instagram collections feature. Continuing that theme, I’m revealing some of the stitches I’ve hoarded in my Embroidery collection. They showcase a variety of…
Illustrator Holly Maguire creates intricate stylized portraits full of color, fun fashions, and my favorite—flowers. Produced using gouache paint, they have a decorative aesthetic with themes that emphasize tranquility and close friendship. Citing the likes of botanical gardens, street fashion, and…
Halloween is mere weeks away, and it’s time to get spooky. Although it still feels like the summer in Baltimore, the skeleton embroideries of Tinycup Needleworks are getting me into the spirit of the season. Britt Hutchinson is the woman behind…