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Crewel wall hangings

What do you think of when you see the word “crewel”? Old-lady activity? Ugly floral needlework? I know. But needlework in general has made a modern resurgence. First, it was regular embroidery. Web sites like Sublime Stitching made embroidery seem hip and cool. Modern patterns take the boring out of needlework. Crewel is no different, thanks to the book “The New Crewel” and its related Web site Wool and Hoop. If you don’t know how to embroider, never fear! It’s really easy to learn. I learned with a few simple instructions and was on my way in no time. You…

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Crewel embroidered greeting card

A homemade card will make anybody feel special. This one takes a bit of time, so choose the recipient wisely! I recently discovered crewel embroidery, which has a lovely, thick texture because you use wool yarn instead of regular embroidery floss. Crewel is also typically done on linen. I used a design from the book “The New Crewel” by Katherine Shaughnessy, which offers a fresh and modern take on a very old needle art form. Please see this week’s related post on crewel embroidery wall hangings here.

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