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Feb. 7, 2008 Design Post by Nora Ankrum
Deep Blues
"...could be enough time to present a rich sociological embroidery of context and appreciation. Still, any way you play..."
Nov. 6, 1992 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten
The Austin School of Fiber Arts Wants You
Because Lynne Brotman just can’t, ah, weave well enough alone?
"...you can follow the bright threads that lead from embroidery – as highlighted in this article by Jessi Cape..."
April 8, 2021 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner
Austin Embroiderists Build Community Stitch by Stitch
Local interest in fiber arts is growing rapidly as people find stitching is a way to calm nerves, find friends, and make political statements during the pandemic
"...while the medium actually did speak to her, most embroidery content thus far had turned her off...."
April 9, 2021 Arts Feature by Jessi Cape
Election Day, STEM Day, Amplify Austin Day, and More Days to Remember This Week
Our guide to community events for the week
"...now, ya hear? – James Scott Japanese Folk Embroidery..."
March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Queer Craft Night Adds a Casual Quality to LGBTQ Socializing
Bi-weekly event boosts crafty projects and a laid-back vibe
"...and alterations workshop. They also plan to hold an embroidery workshop...."
Feb. 15, 2023 Qmmunity Post by Joelle DiPaolo
Qmmunity Gift Guide 2021
Look good, feel good this holigay season with Austin’s LGBTQIA makers
"...Very Fine Stitch’s Embroidery..."
Dec. 2, 2021 Qmmunity Post by James Scott
"Elements of Expression" at ICOSA Gallery
The artists of San Antonio's Clamp Light Studios take over ICOSA and take us to surprising new places
"...materials that range from oil and acrylic paint to embroidery to digital prints to lint roller sheets to kids..."
June 11, 2021 Arts Feature by Robert Faires
We Have an Issue: The Revolution Will Be Embroidered
In this week's cover story, Jessi Cape explores the resistance potential in cross stitch
"...Jessi Cape's chosen form of stress mitigation? Picking up embroidery again, a skill her grandmother taught her when she..."
April 9, 2021 Column by Kimberley Jones
"Interwoven" at MASS Gallery
In this group show of fiber artists, a stitch in time saves, nein?
"...contribution to this show is Alice in Blunderland: colorful line-drawings-via-careful-embroidery that depict a nude and somewhat older and definitely..."
Feb. 1, 2019 Arts Review by Wayne Alan Brenner
Recspec Gallery’s “The Eyes Have It”
The gallery’s inaugural show fills the room with eyes, both good and evil, as well as visual riddles and calisthenics
"...of view to a variety of practices: photography, illustration, embroidery, jewelry making, ceramics, painting, and design. At "The Eyes..."
Sept. 22, 2017 Arts Review by Melany Jean
The Good Eye: Trendhopping
If a "Rare Trend" is defined as quality fabrics, expert stitching, and an exacting eye, call us trendy
"...through clothing. In Ecuador, the native costumes – their embroidery is fabulous, and they have these velvet skirts and..."
Sept. 26, 2014 Column by Amy Gentry
The Good Eye: In Praise of Last-Resort Wear
It's official: You may wear caftans
"...really surprising that Gallehugh, who taught herself beading and embroidery skills as a child, turned to jewelry itself. Inspired..."
July 25, 2014 Column by Amy Gentry
100 Dresses: The Costume Institute, the Metropolitan Museum of Art
History in fashion
"...early menswear influence with its placement of floral waistcoat embroidery. A 1966 Rudi Gernreich design that can only be..."
Dec. 3, 2010 Books Feature by Anne Harris
Stitch Sewing Lab: Spring/Summer Classes Filling Up
A peek at the schedule has us dreaming of cotton fabric and stencils
"...thermofax silkscreens of original designs. Meanwhile, learn hand embroidery techniques, and finish off your cloth with beautiful stitched..."
April 15, 2010 Design Post by Anne Harris
'Over and Under'
Jenny Hart weaves together threads of mystery and wonder in this exhibit of embroidery
"...acclaimed hand-sewing epicenter Sublime Stitching has gathered works of embroidery by 17 artists for the exhibition currently adding threads..."
Nov. 20, 2009 Arts Review by Wayne Alan Brenner
Culture Flash!
Police believe they have the killer of Esther's juggler Warren Ryder Schwartz, Jenny Hart puts 'Space Ghost's Brak in stitches, more stage hits are back by popular demand, and construction starts on Ballet Austin's new dance center
"...some of Jenny Hart's latest work. The empress of embroidery was commissioned by Cartoon Network/Adult Swim to stitch a..."
Aug. 18, 2006 Arts Column by Robert Faires
Mrs. Henderson Presents
This staid British music-hall drama seems calculated to earn Judi Dench lots of award notices. Mission accomplished.
"...Not the sort to cotton to a hobby like embroidery or ladies’ charity committees, Mrs. Henderson (based on a..."
Feb. 3, 2006 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten
After a Fashion
Why is Stephen peeing all over himself this week, and how does he dress to go to Taco Bell???
"...stiletto ankle boots in dark creamy-colored leather embellished with embroidery and narrow fur trim, snub-nosed pumps in gray and..."
Nov. 21, 2003 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser
After a Fashion
Celebrity sightings … and slightings. Bitchy, bitchy, biiiiitcheeeeee …
"...along with all the promotional literature, amazing and creative embroidery patterns, fun original refrigerator magnets, and a charming plaque..."
May 24, 2002 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser
Mother’s Day Events and More in This Week’s Community Events
Lots to celebrate this week around Austin
"...tattoo, or to browse assorted vintage, jewelry, botanicals, and embroidery on display from local vendors. Libations will be supplied..."
May 10, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Cinco de Mayo, May the Fourth (Be With You), and More Recommended Events
The week in community happenings
"...means “little stabs.” Pretty metal, and yet this functional embroidery represents a delicate, beautiful addition to any garment. Utilized..."
May 3, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Opera Fights, Puppet Plays, and More Arty Events
Get an arts fix this week
"...Kell, and Elena Lipkowski’s digital collages embellished with hand-stitched embroidery shift the gallery’s walls toward wonder and may open..."
March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Qmmunity: Clowning Around
Queer embarrassment artist Andie Flores brings her show about "a clown idiot" to Crashbox
"...the Austin Studio Tour/FFTX/Ani's Art Gallery show "Homecoming," live embroidery with Soul Studio, Drag 'n' Draw with Brigitte Bandit,..."
Nov. 10, 2023 Column by James Scott
It's in the Rivets: The Secret Passion of Loungefly
The "geeky Gucci" designer brand makes its SXSW debut
"...hangers and strap holders). And that storytelling means innovations: embroidery, flocking, sliding panels, glow-in-the-dark materials (DeSilva admits these can..."
March 12, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker
Austin-Based Awesome Merch Goes Under, Blindsiding Clients Like Topshelf Records
Mismanagement behind fulfillment warehouse hurts music clients
"...relaunched as a new business, FKA Merch. The screenprinting, embroidery, and fulfillment company resides in the same Austin warehouse..."
Oct. 28, 2022 Music Feature by Carys Anderson
Five Ways to Complete Your PrintAustin Experience
The final week of the celebration of ink and paper
"...for the first time and a selection of new embroidery collaborations with artist Polly Morwood, completed via mail while..."
Feb. 11, 2022 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner
Qmmunity’s 2020 Guide to Gifting Queerly and Locally
Gifting queer cheer after one helluva year
"...connects them to their local community, including “Latinx AF” embroidery, rainbow stickers, and custom prints (prices vary). www.instagram.com/hermanasandcrafts. –..."
Dec. 3, 2020 Qmmunity Post by Beth Sullivan
We Have an Issue: Welcome to the Stress Issue
Also, we bid farewell to Art Director Jason Stout
"...working for us – woodworking, running, old-school letter writing, embroidery, Second Life, paint-by-number kits, and survivalist reality show binges,..."
Oct. 2, 2020 Column by Kimberley Jones
Savilino Pivots From Restaurant Gear to Tailored Face Masks
Meet the man behind the masks
"...in Austin's warm weather, and on custom masks with embroidery or screen printing...."
May 15, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape
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