Crewelwork Then and Now: Exploring Traditional Designs and Contemporary Stitching

By Phillipa Turnbull and Hazel Blomkamp

Journey through the vibrant, living history of crewelwork, from traditional Jacobean designs to innovative, contemporary projects.

Create 8 sumptuous embroidery projects, each with complete written instructions and a full-size embroidery transfer.

Written by world-renowned crewelwork experts Phillipa Turnbull and Hazel Blomkamp, this inspiring book provides a fascinating overview of how the art form of crewel embroidery has evolved over the centuries.

This stunning book contains:
8 inspiring crewelwork designs each with detailed instructions, charts, and a full-size embroidery transferDesigns from then and now 2 designs celebrating historic embroideries; 2 original contemporary designs; 4 side-by-side designs (2 designs, each stitched by the two authors, for a direct comparison of how traditional and contemporary crewelwork can produce stunning and varied results)A comprehensive illustrated stitch directory featuring over 80 stitches, divided into historical and modern ways of working.Full-size embroidery transfers for each project
Phillipa, an expert on historic embroidery and the founder of The Crewel Work Company, reveals the rich history of crewelwork and celebrates its vibrant beauty. Through her stunning projects and inspiring insights, discover the traditional threads and stitches used and uncover a deep and direct connection to the embroiderers of the past.

Hazel is a globally renowned embroiderer and best-selling author, who focusses on innovation in crewel embroidery, experimenting with stitches, threads, beading and more to give her work a contemporary twist. Her joyful, visionary approach breathes new life into this traditional craft.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1800922884
• ISBN13: 9781800922884
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Search Press
• Length: 216 Pages