“Welcome to the Home of British Multi-Award-Winning Hand Embroiderer
Claire Edwards | Defiant Embroidery”
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PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES OF TRADITIONAL HAND EMBROIDERY
Discover the intricate world of hand embroidery reimagined — where shimmering threads, sculptural textures, and unconventional materials bring coral reefs and environmental stories to life. Each piece is stitched with intention, rooted in deep craftsmanship, and shaped by an alternative way of living — created on the road, far from the traditional studio.
From textile sculptures to wearable art, explore the work of a multi-award-winning embroidery artist whose practice defies convention and embraces creative freedom.
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Handmade on the road, inspired by the journey.
Discover unique, handcrafted treasures, designed and made by Claire on the road. Each piece is inspired by her travels, with some crafted from materials found along the way. From embroidered keepsakes to printed bookmarks, van-life décor, and thoughtful gifts, every item is a little piece of the journey, created with care and creativity.
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Living full-time on the road in my motorhome since 2021, I transform travel into art by turning the beauty of nature, found materials, and life’s challenges into creative inspiration. Each journey tells a story, stitched one thread at a time. Curious to see how creativity and adventure collide?
from the blog
How I Store My Equipment in Such a Small Space
One of the most common questions I’m asked is, “Where on earth do you keep all of your beads, sequins, and embroidery equipment in a van?” The simple answer? Innovative storage — and a fair bit of creative problem-solving. When I first moved into my motorhome full-time, I thought the easiest solution was to store…
Slow Stitching on the Move: How I Create Luxury Embroidery in a Tiny Space
My embroidery journey is deeply intertwined with my love for the sea. The ever-changing blues, from sparkling whites and turquoise as the sun hits the waves, to the deep navy of the open ocean, have always fascinated me. The contrast of soft golden sands against the endless sky fuels my creativity. My lifelong fascination with…
Why I chose full-time van-life (and what i’ve learned so far)
As we near our four-year vanniversary, I find myself reflecting on the journey that led us to choose full-time van life—and all the reasons that made it the right path for us. It’s a long story, but like many life-changing journeys, it began with a series of life-altering events. For us, it started back in…
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I’d love to hear from you!
If you’d like to chat about a bespoke embroidery piece, book a talk, or just connect and share a love of handmade art, I’d be delighted to hear from you. Pop a message in the contact form, and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. Let’s start a conversation and see where creativity takes us!