Inspirations Issue 74

‘Inspirations Issue 74’ features the following projects:

• Mother of Pearl by Irina Rudneva
  A panel of majestic Russian pearl embroidery decorates a wooden box, with a bonus pearl pouch project
• Bonus Project | Jewellery Pouch by Anna Scott
  Inspired by Irina Rudneva’s pearl embroidered box
• Country Garden by Annamaria Kelly
  A profusion of richly textured flowers and leaves surround a whimsical bicycle
• Renaissance by Elisabetta Holzer Spinelli
  Innovative Estense embroidery in vivid colours decorates this biscornu pincushion
• Fragrant Dreams by Anna Scott
  A delicate heart-shaped sachet adorned with dainty flowers
• Heartsong by Marie-Pierre Theus
  A natural linen carry bag with pretty hearts, paisleys and a carpet of wildflowers
• Time for Tea by Kelly Fletcher
  This fresh, contemporary tea cosy makes the most of simple appliqué and an exciting variety of stitches
• Lulu Lollypop by Helen Eriksson
  An adorable wool embroidered blanket featuring Lulu and her cuddly teddy bear
• Circa by Louise Spriggs
  A stunning cushion with modern motifs and an elegant colour scheme of natural and black
• With this Ring by Patricia Girolami
  A beautiful Punto Antico whitework design ensures this ring cushion will be greatly treasured
• Kakisubata by Margaret Lee
  An elegant and refined Japanese embroidery study worked in lustrous silk

Inspirations issue 74 celebrates an international readership, showcasing the work of designers from around the world, including four new contributors from Russia, France, Italy and South Africa. Featuring eleven gorgeous projects, this issue also looks at the recreation of magnificent medieval tapestries at Stirling Castle.