Of all the types of Italian needlework, Assisi Embroidery is probably the most recognized by non-Italians. That is, most embroiderers are at least conscious of it, if they haven't done a bit of it themselves. It is a very attractive counted thread technique that dates back to at least the 13th century, if not before. There are a number of books on the market, some with traditional designs, some with more modern ones. I have quite a few. In my listing of the books that I have, I didn't list…

Assisi Embroidery is a variation of cross stitch embroidery. It is a very charming italian embroidery and simple to do, with this kind of embroidery you can create decorative works. Assisi stitching was named after St. Clare of Assisi, sister of St. Francis, patron saint of needleworkers.

Assisi Style Dolphin Free Cross Stitch Pattern

Learn the history of Assisi work embroidery and find lovely Assisi embroidery free patterns to make this unique form of embroidery where the design is blank and

Try a new twist on assisi embroidery, these three designs use blackwork instead of cross stitch to give a wonderful effect.

Ricame d'Assisi pattern

Assisi Embroidery Book

Learn this traditional technique with our free Assisi pattern and add long armed cross stitch to your repertoire. Suitable for beginners and enthusiasts alike

World's Fairs were once an important way to show the world embroideries, laces and other textile arts. Many times prizes won at various fairs are cited in history books as a testament to excellence. In the 1929 publication on Aemilia Ars needle lace, Merletti e Ricami della Aemilia Ars, there is an entire page dedicated to a list of the prizes won by this outstanding technique. Exhibitions in Italian cities like Milan, Rome, Turin, Genoa and others; France, Belgium, the U.S., Denmark... the…