Check out our textile blog, full of interesting pieces of content, from arts and crafts ideas to conversations with leading members of the textile community.
Pick up stitching, yarn and hand embroidery tips and tricks in our helpful art blog. We also have inspirational stories from graduates of the School of Stitched Textiles, who share their own stories about their course experience. You can read all of this and more in our fabulous textile art blog.
Browse our wide variety of categories in this craft blog to learn more about knitting, quilting and a variety of techniques you will encounter on our beginner craft courses and accredited distance learning courses.
Karen Turner is a textile artist who stitches more than just fabricโshe stitches memories, time, and emotion into every piece she creates. With a background steeped in both the arts and academia, she has seamlessly blended her love of hand-stitching with an intuitive, almost meditative approach to textile work. Raised
Amanda Jayneโs quilting journey began with a simple book of patterns and a deep love for beautiful fabrics. What started as a hobby quickly became a lifelong passion, leading her to study our Intermediate Patchwork & Quilting course (Skill Stage 3). It was a decision that would not only refine
Finding Inspiration and Developing a Creative Practice with Our Master Practitioner Course. In this engaging conversation, Gail Cowley speaks with artist and Master Practitioner graduate Annegret Fauser about her creative journey, the challenges of staying inspired, and the strategies she has developed to maintain artistic momentum.ย Her journey as an
In this episode, we sit down with textile artist and educator Sophie Standing, whose vibrant work combines thread painting and applique to create stunning depictions of wildlife. Sophie shares her journey from working with ceramics to discovering her love for textiles and free-motion embroidery. Her career has taken her across
For Anette Goelet, embroidery has always been more than just a craft. Itโs a cherished connection to her childhood in Norway, where she spent hours stitching alongside her grandmothers. But as life got busier, her passion for embroidery took a backseat. That all changed when she discovered our beginner’s Hand
After receiving hundreds of applications and thousands of votes in a closely contested competition, weโre thrilled to announce the four winners of our 2025 Joan Harrison Bursary! Each of them will receive the incredible opportunity to study a Skill Stage 2 accredited course for free. A huge congratulations to our
Discover the captivating art of miniature knitting in this episode, as Gail Cowley interviews the renowned Althea Crome, a trailblazer in the field of micro-knitting. From her ground-breaking contributions to the film Coraline to her ingenious creative process, Althea shares fascinating insights into her artistic journey, techniques, and philosophies. Altheaโs
When Elaine Jamie-Rose Campbell enrolled in our Hand Embroidery Skill Stage 3 course, she expected to enhance her hobby. What she found, however, was a transformative journey that extended far beyond technical mastery. Through the course, Elaine explored uncharted creative territories, unlocking her potential not only as an artist but
Richard McVetis is a pioneering artist whose intricate hand embroidery redefines the boundaries of textile art. A graduate of the Royal College of Art, Richard’s journey into the world of stitched textiles began during his Art Foundation course, where his talent for detail and design was first recognized. Inspired by
We’ve interviewed Anne Kelly before so we were really pleased to invite her onto our podcast Textile Talk. In this episode of Textile Talk with Anne Kelly we take listeners on an inspiring journey into the heart of her creative practice. Through her intricate stitched artworks, Anne explores storytelling, environmental
Textile Art Inspiration
No spam, just beautiful inspiration from leading textile artists and work from our students.ย
Distance Learning
Begin your stitch journey and unlock your full potential.
Be Inspired! Get beautiful and exclusive interviews with leading textile artists straight into your inbox.ย