Inspirations Magazine Issue #127 | Out Now!

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If you do not wish to see the projects from the new issue of Inspirations magazine #127 before your copy arrives, please skip this next article!

Here in Australia, we have a classic old saying that goes like this:

‘She’ll be apples’

It simply means, don’t worry, everything is going to be alright.

And when you look at the glorious cover of Inspirations issue #127, it’s hard not to have that same level of enthusiasm and positivity!

Titled ‘Delicious Stitches’ this brand-new issue of Inspirations magazine is sure to whet your appetite and have you reaching for your needle and thread, itching to start stitching.

Here’s a sneak peek of what’s inside:

Daffodowndilly by Brenda Sortwell - Abundant wreath of spring flowers in crewel embroidery.

Spotted Wood Kingfisher by Renette Kumm - Threadpainted study depicting the unique plumage of this forest bird.

Aemilia Ars by Di Kirchner - Elegant edging for a linen square utilising an Italian needlelace technique.

Gardening with Gold by Tania Cohen - Exquisite panel showcasing goldwork techniques, the first of a series of three parterre designs.

Honeycrisp Apple by Christine Burton - Three-dimensional pincushion with a colourful and contemporary approach to blackwork.

Just Resting by Susan Casson - You can almost hear the fairy wrens sing in this stumpwork scene worked over a painted background.

Easter Surprise by Ana Mallah - Pretty flowers adorn each side of this delightful gift box.

The Moth by Di van Niekerk - Stumpwork and silk ribbon add lively dimension to a botanical print.

In addition to these fabulous projects, we also have the following articles:

Morii - Explore the visionary world of Morii, where Brinda Budhathoki and Sono Yadav transform Indian artisan techniques into abstract textile art, honouring tradition while pushing the boundaries of contemporary design.

Putting Kantha on the Map - Discover how Ekta Kaul reimagines the traditional Indian craft of kantha through emotionally rich, map-inspired textiles that weave personal history, cultural identity, and storytelling into every stitch.

Plus you can enjoy an artist profile where we meet designer Brenda Sortwell, then in Loose Threads, our resident writer extraordinaire Ansie van der Walt, explores the humble running stitch as a foundation of embroidery, celebrating its rhythm, versatility, and evolution into a powerful form of artistic expression across cultures and generations.

Printed copies of Inspirations issue #127 are now available to purchase using the link below.