Slow stitching flowers

The Polar Bears kit includes a beautiful ocean blue linen background to work on. For the mumma and baby bear we’ve included a fabulous selection of textured, vintage whites and beiges, some Liberty London Tana Lawns as well as antique and vintage tulle and lace that we’ve been collecting especially. There is even a piece of vintage kimono silk in each kit to incorporate into the ice!

I've been doing more slow stitching in the evenings, sitting on the sofa surrounded by tiny scraps of fabric and colourful threads, needles,...

Slow stitching is a new art form built on old traditions. The movement was originally spearheaded by Mark Lipinksi, one of the quilting industry's most...

I've been doing more slow stitching in the evenings, sitting on the sofa surrounded by tiny scraps of fabric and colourful threads, needles,...

I've recently finished sewing this small wall hanging in raw-edge applique and stitch, and I'm pretty pleased with it. It's been so nice to work with jolly, bright colours while the days are still short and the weather is dull. It measures approximately 9" x 11" finished. I started by drawing the design on some paper, traced the flower shapes onto freezer paper, cut out the shapes, ironed them onto the right side of my chosen fabrics and cut them out. I only cut out the biggest 'circles' of…

Dive into the world of slow stitching with these nine inspiring project ideas! From creating artwork to darning socks and making quilt patches, discover the joys of handmade crafts. Explore the unique, personalized, and meaningful aspects of slow stitching, and share your creations with #craftschooloz on Instagram!

Wattle&Loop's hand-sewn textile artworks are lovingly created by artist Kylie Wright uses vintage and reclaimed fabrics, threads and lace carefully sourced from across the world in her artwork.