Inspirations - Embroidery Magazine from Australia, Issue #127, DELICIOUS STITCHES
Inspirations issue #127, year of publishing: 2025.
In this issue Inspirations Studios introduce the first in a series of three goldwork knot gardens by Tania Cohen, each featuring a different metal thread colour.
We also present a beautiful project showcasing Aemilia Ars, a style of Italian needlelace, for the first time, with a delicate design surrounding a linen square by Di Kirchner.
You will also find projects utilising crewel embroidery, blackwork, stumpwork, silk ribbon and threadpainting, as well as a cute little box with surface embroidery.
The Projects are:
The Moth
Stumpwork and silk ribbon add lively dimension to a botanical print.
Spotted Wood Kingfisher
Threadpainted study depicting the unique plumage of this forest bird.
Just Resting
You can almost hear the fairy wrens sing in this stumpwork scene worked over a painted background.
Honeycrisp Apple
Three-dimensional pincushion with a colourful and contemporary approach to blackwork.
Gardening with Gold
Exquisite panel showcasing goldwork techniques, the first of a series of three parterre designs.
Easter Surprise
Pretty flowers adorn each side of this delightful gift box.
Daffodowndilly
Abundant wreath of spring flowers in crewel embroidery.
Aemilia Ars
Elegant edging for a linen square utilising an Italian needlelace technique.
This magazine also include 3 interesting articles
Dimensions: 9'x 11 3/4", 98 pages+ a liftout pattern sheet with full size templates.
All the techniques are presented in step-by step fashion with detailed descriptions of materials, how-tos, and all the steps, accompanied by close-up highest quality pictures. See examples on photos. Also, a liftout pattern sheet with full scale templates is included.
This magazine is a wonderful exercise in embroidery excellence! Have it and enjoy stitching! It is particularly excellent for those trying new techniques to expand their skills in embroidery.