Love Embroidery

Megan Zaniewski

“You can’t discover your limits if you don’t take risks and try new things...”, says embroidery artist, Megan Zaniewski. Inspired by the likes of Chloe Giordano, Sarah K Benning, Tessa Perlow and Emillie Ferris, Megan uses fabric and thread to create a stunning selection of designs inspired by the natural world. But there’s a Zaniewski-style twist: Megan’s creations are just about ready to jump out of the hoop...

The artist uses stumpwork techniques to create hyper-realistic, 3D designs with incredible, lifelike appearances. From harvest mice nestled in cosy winter nests, to vibrant tree frogs climbing up windowpanes and majestic swans with wings outstretched, Megan is on a mission

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