The art of embroidery has been used for thousands of years to decorate fabrics and clothing, and has emerged as a popular trend this season. We look at the history of this delicate skill and discover how a touch of embroidery can add chic style to your boudoir.
The History of Embroidery
The history of embroidery dates way back to ancient times – archaeological evidence has shown that Iron age people, ancient Egyptians and Zhou Dynasty Chinese all added designs to their clothing using early embroidery techniques. Over the centuries, embroidery on clothing and bedding came to be synonymous with wealth – probably because it was an unnecessary detail which served little purpose other than visual pleasure. Europe and the Orient both developed reputations for skill in embroidery work, althoug... Read More
