The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge – Reflections Pt. 2

As I mentioned last week, I’m kinda busy at the moment, juggling my careers as brain surgeon, trapeze artist and international spy, so I’m taking a trip back over some of the fantastic stitchery that’s been featured in Cutting (& Stitching) Edge posts in 2010 so far. Last week’s post featured intergalactic quilts, animated cross stitch and repurposed needlepoint – who knows what we’ll see this time!

Raquel J. Alves created collages combining a range of textiles and a good dose of stitchery.

Peter Crawley stitched on paper – to put it mildly. I find myself admiring his architectural pieces to this day.

The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge - Reflections Pt. 2

James Hunting combined technical excellence and artistic flair in his pieces…

The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge - Reflections Pt. 2

… while Donna Sharrett produced beautiful mandalas incorporating found objects.

The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge - Reflections Pt. 2

Luke Haynes blew me away with his amazing quilts…

The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge - Reflections Pt. 2

As did Harriet Hammel with her remarkable soft sculptures – yes that is a kebab shop!

The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge - Reflections Pt. 2

And Rosie James’ large free machine embroideries captured humans in their natural environment to great effect.

The Cutting (& Stitching) Edge - Reflections Pt. 2

Such diversity! If anyone thinks that stitching is dull and uninteresting, give ’em a slap upside the head – this stuff is magnificent. There’s still more to show you, so check back next week. In the meantime, I’ve got a trapeze to catch!

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