Embroidery, the art of stitching intricate designs onto fabric, has been a beloved craft for centuries. This timeless art form adds depth, texture, and visual interest to textiles, making them truly unique and personal. Join us as we delve into the world of embroidered fabrics. Shop our embroidered fabrics here.
Embroidered Fabrics: A Timeless Tapestry
The origins of embroidery can be traced back to ancient civilisations. Over time, embroidery techniques and styles evolved, with each culture contributing its own unique flair. From the delicate floral patterns of Chinese embroidery to the bold geometric designs of Native American beadwork, embroidery has served as a medium for artistic expression and cultural identity.
There are numerous types of embroidery techniques available, each with its own distinct characteristics. Some of the most common include cross-stitch, machine embroidery and traditional hand embroidery. Appliqué is another common form, attaching pieces of fabric or other materials to a base fabric, as well as smocking, a decorative technique that involves gathering and pleating fabric into a series of small, evenly spaced folds.
Embroidered fabrics can add a touch of luxury and personality to any home. Create a focal point with an embroidered cushion, elevate your dining experience with a tablecloth / runner, transform your window dressing with an embroidered curtain or make an artistic statement with a beautifully embroidered wall hanging or tapestry. Embroidered throw blankets can also be cosy and stylish, adding a layer of warmth and texture to your living space.
Benefits of Embroidered Fabrics
Embroidered fabrics offer a variety of benefits, both aesthetic and functional, that makes them a valuable choice for a wide range of applications.
- Enhanced Visual Appeal: Embroidery adds depth, texture, and detail to fabrics, making them more visually interesting and appealing.
- Timeless Elegance: Embroidered fabrics have been used for centuries, and their timeless appeal makes them a classic choice for any project.
- Durability: Embroidery is a durable technique that can withstand regular wear and tear, making embroidered fabrics long-lasting.
- Value: Embroidered fabrics often have a high perceived value, making them a great choice for luxury items.
Fabric Collections
We are proud to offer a stunning collection of embroidered fabrics, designed to add a touch of luxury and sophistication to your home. Our range features a variety of styles, patterns, and colours, all crafted with the finest attention to detail. Discover beautiful designs from some of the top fabric houses to help elevate your interior scheme. Available by the metre, our embroideries work well for bespoke, made to measure curtains and roman blinds or can be turned into stunning cushions for a beautiful accent piece.
Elegant Simplicity
If you’re looking for a simple yet elegant take on embroidery, our range includes an array of subtly patterned embroidered fabrics, offering a refined and understated way to add texture and interest to your home decor. These fabrics feature intricate designs that subtly enhance the overall appearance of your space without overwhelming it.
Our floaty embroidered sheers are a superb choice for subtle style and sophistication. Bathing your room in light, these fabrics create an airy feel with additional benefits in privacy and shading. The Harlequin Sheers 1 Nuvole (shown opposite) and Arbor Fabrics are great options or consider a beautifully embroidered design from the Clarke & Clarke Lusso Sheers collection such as Fino. We also love the delicate Gracie sheer from the Temperley London x Romo collection.
Alternatively, small scale embroideries work beautifully for a soft and inviting scheme. The Prestigious Textiles Pom Pom fabric from the Craft collection is a beautiful example or consider the Ian Mankin Embroidered Union Fern and Embroidered Union Leaf fabrics. The magnificent Bilberry design from the Sanderson Country Woodlands collection is another fantastic option, drawing inspiration from nature. For a touch of luxe, the Clarke & Clarke Dimora Ricamo fabric also works well with its minute metallic embroidery on rich velvet in contemporary tones. The Ivory colour way lends itself beautifully to our Modern Luxe trend whilst the deeper Nero and Midnight colour ways create a Showhome Chic look.
Bold Design
Boldly patterned embroideries are a striking choice for home decor. These fabrics feature vibrant colours and dramatic designs that can instantly transform a room. Whether you’re looking to add a pop of personality or create a bold and dramatic focal point, eye-catching patterned embroideries are perfect for a statement piece. We are pleased to offer an array of impactful designs across different styles to accentuate your soft furnishings.
Natural
Floral and botanical embroideries are a great way to bring an air of natural charm to your interiors. Go bold and dramatic with the fabulous Temperley London x Romo Lavinia Fabric. This conversational floral will make a real statement in any home.
Sanderson also offers a superb selection of naturally inspired embroideries. Consider Wild Tulip from the Arboretum collection (see image at top of blog), Catherinae from the National Trust collection (shown opposite) or Laburnum Falls from the Water Garden collection.
Other great choices include the Morris & Co. Seasons By May Embroidery, the Morris & Co. Bluebell Embroidery stitched onto luxurious velvet and the Clemence fabric by Jane Churchill, featuring finely embroidered intertwined foliage. The Burford collection by GP & J Baker also offers some gorgeous, botanically inspired embroideries to enhance your scheme.
Geometric
For a confident and contemporary look, opt for one of our exciting geometric embroideries. Try the striking Harlequin Colour 2 Perception (shown below) and Popova fabrics or go for the mesmerising Harlequin Azul fabric from the Colour 3 collection.
Other superb choices include the Harlequin Atelier Maiolica fabric or Angle and Tetris from the eye-catching Abstract collection by Prestigious Textiles. View our Geometric trend guide for further inspiration.
Exotic
If you’re looking to create your own exotic haven, you may wish to consider a tropically themed design such as the Sanderson Glasshouse Rain Forest Embroidery (shown below), Prestigious Textiles Caribbean Barbuda embroidered velvet or the Kai Bali Rajah fabric, all available in moody, tropical tones.
We also love the exquisite Jane Churchill Rousseau or Nemus fabrics, with lush tropical foliage in rich jewel tones to complete the exotic theme.
Overview
Embroidered fabrics offer endless possibilities for home decor through traditional techniques and modern innovations. Whether you’re looking to add a touch of luxury, express your personal style or simply appreciate the beauty of hand-crafted textiles, there’s an embroidered piece for every style of home.
If you would like any help, advice or fabric samples sending out, please do get in touch. We also stock a range of fabric books in our showroom in Brockenhurst, should you wish to browse our collection. If you would like any help pulling a full room solution together, we do offer a bespoke design service and can provide fabric, design and paint colour advice to help you create a home you love. We can also make up your perfect window dressings with our bespoke, made to measure curtain and roman blind making service.
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