Embroidery Magazine - January/February

Kicking off the year with a must-read preview of 2026, this issue explores everything from textile art inspired by outer space to an emerging focus on the miniature.

The cover story spotlights avian specialist Suzy Ager, whose ethereal work draws attention to endangered Red List birds. Elsewhere, the once-vibrant high streets of Wales — former centres of human life now in decline — are atmospherically captured in Haf Weighton’s mixed-media drawings.

Ellen Bell delves into the world of Cathy Cullis, inspired by the lives and times of the Brontës and William Morris, and also reflects on Torvald Moseid’s monumental 55-metre work The Dream Ballad, often described as a Norwegian Bayeux Tapestry.

A touch of cuteness comes from Argentine artist Adriana Torres, while Caroline Davies’ calorie-free, food-themed favourites add an extra dose of cheer.

Also featured is Tamara Kostianovsky’s powerful, visceral work — notably suspended above visitors’ heads at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition 2025 — alongside Sonia Crivello’s poignant project giving a voice to the over-85s through stitched text on handkerchiefs.

Plus, all the regular favourites are included: Embroidery Loves, news, Out and About, books, reviews and comprehensive what’s-on listings. An issue not to be missed.