As Kristen Gula leans over her embroidery hoop, colorful flowers—from anemones to zinnias—sprout from the tip of her needle. Gula is the creator behind Gulush Threads, a modern hand embroidery company ...

Simply sign up to the Life & Arts myFT Digest -- delivered directly to your inbox. English embroidery has a long history as a storytelling medium. During the medieval period, needlework was used to ...

Embroidery in 2026 blends high-tech precision with artisanal charm. AI-assisted designs, sustainable threads, and 3D textures are redefining how makers, brands, and hobbyists approach their craft.

Embroidery is enjoying a resurgence as a new generation taps into its potential – both for upcycling clothes and for making an empowering declaration. Here's our DIY guide to embroidering your own ...

Traditional Palestinian embroidery is on UNESCO’s list of cultural heritage. Now there is a push to revive interest in the craft among younger generations. By Raja Abdulrahim Reporting from Birzeit, ...

Kashida embroidery is a centuries-old craft rooted in the Indian subcontinent. It is known for its intricate motifs of nature, symbolizing the cycles of seasons and prosperity. Artisans, mainly women, ...

In Uttar Pradesh’s Farrukhabad district, zari–zardozi hand embroidery continues to shape a craft economy centred on detailed handwork and occasion wear garments. Known for its intricate use of ...