I mainly use DMC embroidery floss. For DMC No. 5 and No. 8 and for linen thread, I embroider with a single strand.

Using a needle and thread was considered a necessary skill for girls in the 1800's. Using a needle and thread was considered a necessary household skill for girls and women in the 1800s. Samplers were ...

Chikankari is a traditional embroidery style which is made and manufactured in Lucknow, India. It is one of Lucknow’s best-known textile decoration styles, whereas the main market in Lucknow for ...

Chikankari embroidery is a delicate and intricate form of hand embroidery that originates from the culturally rich city of Lucknow, India. Renowned for its elegance and grace, this traditional craft ...