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fashion is cyclical

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Throwback to one of my early patterns that is already 11 years old - Zimtstern Mitts, fingerless gloves started from the thumb with surface crochet added as you go. The free knitting pattern is available from my blog:

https://knitting-and-so-on.blogspot.com/2013/11/zimtstern-mitts.html

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I got sent a link to Tirazain, "a digital archive and library with the aim to digitally document, preserve and reclaim Palestinian embroidery." The post I was sent had been deleted, so I thought I'd make a post to spread the word.

Look at this lovely pattern Eid Al Ab / Father's Day | عيد الأب

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I forgot to share this on the right day but still important anniversary.

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Some great textures at the thrifty tonite

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head empty no thoughts only gorgeous palestinian thobes

the details!!! the colors!! and all hand-embroidered!

and the use of the patterns on jackets and blazers are just *chefs kiss* gorgeous, and the accessories,,, so small but made with so much love and care

anyways, support palestinian-owned fashion businesses <3

Deerah, Falastini Brand, Dar Noora, Anat, Balady Stitch, and more and more and more

+ a bit of a crash course on the historical value of thobes for whoever is interested, here

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palestinian embroidery obi project

The collective works with Palestinian women (refugees and those living in Gaza) to create tatreez (Palestinian embroidery) for Japanese obis (wide sash/belt). They also participate in cross cultural initiatives such as embroidery workshops and exhibitions.

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by threadhandedjill

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My Dragon Age Inquisition character card embroideries all together! Each is 11.5x19.5 cm. Dorian took 73 hours, Cassandra took 89 hours, and Sera took 75 hours.

I wonder which character I'll do next...

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[Image descriptions: Embroidered versions of the Dorian, Cassandra and Sera character selection card from Dragon Age Inquisition.

Dorian holds a book under his left arm while casting magic with his right. There are white glyphs in the air and a white snake running under his cloak and under his arm.

Cassandra sits atop a war horse with Inquisition soldiers behind her. She wears black armour with a gold-trimmed cloak, and the Seeker flag and he cloak stream behind her.

Sera stands atop a slanted tree trunk with her bow held suggestively between her legs, looking at the Skyhold tower in the distance, where the tiny figure of the inquisitor is present in the window. Mountains and turrets make up the background behind her.]

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Zhao Zhao (Chinese, b. 1982)

Constellations, 2021-2022

Embroidery on silk

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not to sound corny but the textile arts make me feel connected to the world around me. it's so intentional and deliberate and when i sit and do it, i think a lot about how many other women that came before me used to do it, how many hands have used the same supplies i am using, and how many other people might be doing the same thing as me all across the world right now

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Sharp look for this outfit, pairing a modern lacy kimono, with a sleek antique summer weave obi showing a beautiful black-on-black embroidered crow (obi was recently lenghtened with a matching yukiwa/snowflakes fabric, which is a great idea to give second life to old items!).

I love how front part has a crow is gleefully strutting:

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Embroidery Art // Fern And Faye

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marginally proud of my work tuesday

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Latest project. These little guys tickle me.

Pattern by Ana G. Pico