Stitching Around the World

Throughout the world in times past, people of varied cultures have employed the art of counted-thread stitching and embroidery to express their individual voices, customs and histories. Wool and silk threads worked into linen and wool fabrics have survived, sometimes through centuries, chronicling identity, memories, education, war, social changes, monarchies and invention.

Thanks to the efforts of many dedicated women, Greek embroidery flourished during the 18th–19th centuries. Embroideries were worked to decorate the home, adorn traditional costumes, and illuminate ecclesiastical garments and cloths, not just to add