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 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 ...

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.

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, ...

Traditional embroidery (chasu) in Korea has a history of more than 2,000 years. Since prehistoric times, the need for sewing led ancient Koreans to use needles made from fish or other animal bones to ...

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, ...