Designers

There are many talented hand embroidery designers out there! Here are a few that you might want to check out:

Sarah K. Benning - Sarah is an American fiber artist and embroidery designer known for her modern, botanical-inspired embroidery pieces. She earned a degree in graphic design from the University of Maryland in 2010 and worked as a graphic designer for several years before transitioning to embroidery as her main medium. She first gained recognition for her work through her Instagram account, where she shares her embroidery designs and process with her followers. Benning’s embroidery pieces often feature intricate and detailed depictions of plants, leaves, and flowers, and are created using a variety of embroidery techniques, including satin stitch, backstitch, and French knots. Her designs have been featured in numerous exhibitions and galleries around the world, and she has also published several books on embroidery, including “Embroidered Life: The Art of Sarah K. Benning” and “Fresh Embroidery: Embroidery and Beyond with Crewel Work”.

Rebecca Ringquist - Rebecca Ringquist is a contemporary fiber artist based in Portland, Oregon. She is best known for her embroidery work that incorporates drawing, painting, and printing techniques. Ringquist often uses vintage fabrics as a base for her embroidery, and her work is inspired by traditional embroidery patterns, botanicals, and human figures. She has exhibited her work in galleries and museums across the United States and internationally, including the Museum of Contemporary Craft in Portland, the Museum of Arts and Design in New York, and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. In addition to her exhibition work, Ringquist is also known for her embroidery classes and workshops, which she teaches both online and in-person. She has written several instructional books on embroidery, including “Embroidery Workshops” and “Rebecca Ringquist’s Embroidery Workshops: A Bend-the-Rules Primer”.

Danielle Clough - Danielle Clough is a South African artist and designer known for her intricate embroidery art. Clough’s work combines traditional embroidery techniques with contemporary subjects and vibrant colors, resulting in pieces that are both visually striking and technically impressive. Her work has been featured in exhibitions around the world, and she has collaborated with a range of brands and publications. In addition to embroidery, Clough also works in other mediums, including painting, illustration, and graphic design. She is known for her distinctive style, which often incorporates elements of South African culture and landscapes. Clough has gained a large following on social media, where she shares her work and offers tutorials and workshops to aspiring artists. She has been recognized with a range of awards and accolades, including being named one of the Mail & Guardian’s Top 200 Young South Africans in 2016

Jenny Hart - Jenny Hart is a well-known figure in the embroidery world, particularly for her innovative designs and modern approach to the craft. She founded Sublime Stitching, a company that specializes in creating unique and contemporary embroidery patterns and supplies. Jenny’s designs often feature bold colors, quirky motifs, and playful typography, which have helped to make embroidery more accessible and appealing to a younger audience. In addition to her work with Sublime Stitching, Jenny is also an accomplished author and has written several books on embroidery and needlework. Her publications include “Embroidered Effects: Projects and Patterns to Inspire Your Stitching,” “Stitch-It Kit: Everything You Need to Make 15 Colorful Embroidery Projects,” and “Sublime Stitching: Hundreds of Hip Embroidery Patterns and How-To.” Through her writing and her work with Sublime Stitching, Jenny has played a significant role in revitalizing interest in the art of embroidery and helping to bring it into the modern age.