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Hello and welcome to Every Stitch A Story! My name is Laura, and I am a Community Arts Practitioner, Textiles Artist, and Public Historian. My work champions the power of textiles to help individuals and communities uncover, explore and document past and present narratives by creating tangible textile objects.

I specialize in working collaboratively within community settings, focusing on developing and facilitating large scale creative textiles projects which empower individuals through creative practice, encouraging reflection, generating conversation and driving positive transformational change.

I support museums and individuals in preserving their textile heritage, offering practical advice on storage, conservation, and the documentation of personal stories tied to heirloom objects. Additionally, I help museums engage communities with their collections, particularly through community-based projects that encourage participation and bring collections to life in meaningful ways. This work ensures that these valuable stories are preserved for future generations.

Inspired by the historical use of embroidery as a form of subversive expression, I aim to empower individuals, explore sensitive narratives, and document both personal and collective histories. Through my stitching for wellbeing workshops, I provide a calming and inspiring space where participants can slow down, discover the art of slow stitching, and create pieces with deep personal meaning. These workshops complement my broader work by fostering reflection and encouraging participants to connect with their own stories through textile arts. By guiding individuals through simple techniques, I help them craft beautiful textile works that are both meaningful and personal.

Through Every Stitch A Story, I create textile works that inspire reflection, foster connection, and contribute to positive change. Whether you’re looking to book a workshop, join a project, or collaborate on a community initiative, I’d love to work with you. If you’re interested in exploring the power of textiles to tell stories and create meaningful connections, please get in touch to learn more or discuss ideas for collaboration.