I started dedicating myself to embroidery to strengthen my knowledge of the classic Reticello, a type of embroidery usually done in white on white. But then, I decided to take more daring steps and began exploring complex designs and adding colors to my embroidery, both in Reticello and other styles. And you know what? I ended up discovering something truly surprising! In Reticello, I found a way to create truly unique flowers, resulting in original designs that you can see in my Herbarium. I even applied these flowers to Hardanger embroidery, creating the "Fiordaliso," which has become very popular in my latest manual.

Embroidery is a fundamental part of my life. Since I was little, I have been passionate about this art, starting with simple techniques and eventually, after many years, approaching a type of embroidery that I prefer: modern embroidery made of colorful fabrics and threads, while still using traditional techniques. The many years of study have led me to invent a new technique, Sicilian Créatif embroidery, representative of the land I live in, but at the same time, filled with many innovations. So, besides embroidering and incorporating my own designs as the starting point, I try to pass on my experience to those, especially beginners, who have a desire to learn.

This year too, I, Maria Rita Faleri, will be at Abilmente with my embroidery manual collection "ESEMPLARIO". I will bring to you directly from the Marche region the history, art, and technique of counted thread embroidery. Simple embroideries suitable even for the less experienced, using precious materials like linen and silk, working with natural colors while respecting tradition, all while keeping the modernity of handmade crafts in mind. I will be giving free demonstrations on both basic stitches and intricate techniques.

I draw, embroider, and tell alphabets. I use embroidery as a form of therapy, a tool for learning, an opportunity for connection, and a pretext for storytelling. I share my experience: in seeking the right words and delicate movements, I learn..

We are a group of ladies who are passionate about embroidery. We meet every week to embroider, exchange experiences, and learn new techniques. Florentine Trapunto is one of the techniques we adore, but we also have a great love for background nets, Reticello, pulled thread work, cross-stitch, and counted thread embroidery. Another one of our passions is creating sewn boxes.

Hello everyone! I'm Giovanna Adragna, and I proudly define myself as a passionate embroiderer! It all started with a simple love for embroidery, but soon I discovered that I could turn this passion into a full-time job.

In my workshop, creativity and love for tatting, crochet embroidery, and cross-stitch flourish. This is where I bring my creations to life and share my passion with numerous students eager to learn the art of embroidery.

Embroidery school? Not just that. I like to think of Manufacta - Exploring Threads as a place for experimentation. We knot, weave, and wind all kinds of threads that come into our hands, even the most unlikely ones, to create something that is always unique and exclusively ours. In all colors and for all types. For all ages. The art of ancient handmade thread buttons is my most recent passion: I offer it to you, revised and perfected, right here at Abilmente.