Top Needlework Artists on Instagram You Need to Follow

Instagram is a fantastic platform to discover talented needlework artists, from intricate embroidery to vibrant cross-stitch and hand-sewn creations. Whether you’re drawn to traditional techniques or modern, colorful designs, there’s a wealth of inspiration to explore. If you love needlework, here’s a list of top artists you need to follow:

We have started this list, but it is by no means finished. Do you know a needlework artist that should be added to this list? comment below and we will check them out.

@salt_stitches – 48.5k followers
Style: Modern and Playful
Salt Stitches offers a feast for the eyes with bright colors and fun designs. Known for bold, minimalist motifs and intricate stitching, her feed is packed with vibrant florals, quirky patterns, and energetic designs. It’s a great follow for stitchers at all levels, as she also shares tips, tutorials, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of her creative process.
Follow Salt Stitches

@kingsophiesworld – 12k followers
Style: Photography Meets Embroidery
Sophie’s unique work combines photography and embroidery, creating stunning visual narratives. Her embroidered prints, often featuring empowering rose designs paired with feminist quotes, merge traditional stitching with a modern, meaningful twist.
Follow King Sophie’s World

@sarahbethtimmons – 22.1k followers
Style: Hand-Stitched Badges and Textiles
Sarah Beth Timmons creates embroidered badges and textiles that often carry social messages. From political statements to playful humor, her work blends artistry with activism. Perfect for those who love socially conscious embroidery with a creative edge.
Follow Sarah Beth Timmons

@sophielou_stitches – 5.7k followers
Style: Embroidered Portraits and Textile Art
Sophie Lou captures personality and moments through her embroidered portraits. With intricate detail and bold stitches, her work feels both personal and evocative. Her feed is not only beautiful but also filled with insights into her creative process.
Follow Sew Sophie Lou

@theembroiderycoach – 23.9k followers
Style: Instructional with a Focus on Modern Techniques
The Embroidery Coach, run by Laura, shares tutorials, tips, and tricks for stitchers of all skill levels. Her clean, modern designs are perfect for anyone looking to learn new techniques and improve their machine embroidery skills.
Follow The Embroidery Coach

Instagram has become a hub for creative expression, and these talented needlework artists are leading the way with their unique styles and innovative techniques. Whether you love minimalist florals or bold, statement-making pieces, you’ll find plenty of inspiration by following these artists. Get ready to be inspired, learn new techniques, and watch their creative journeys unfold!

I love the look of mesh tops for summer, but I don’t know that I would ever actually wear one that’s full of giant holes, even though I admit they look cool (in both senses of the word) on other people.

What I would wear, though, is something that’s still lacy but maybe a little bit more subdued, like this chevron lace knit top from Yarnspirations.

This easy to knit T-shirt style top is worked flat in two pieces from the bottom up, using and easy lace pattern that’s a repeat of 10 stitches and four rows (though the wrong side rows are just purled, so there’s only two rows you need to learn the pattern on).

It has little cap sleeves that are worked as part of the top by casting on stitches where you need them.

If you’re new to lace knitting this is a good one to try because the pattern includes both written and charted instructions, and the only skills you need are yarn over, knit two together, slip slip knit and slip 1 knit 2 together pass the slipped stitch over (which makes a centered decrease).

There are four size options available (which they claim is enough to cover XS to 5XL), with finished chest measurements ranging from 38.5 inches (that’s 98 cm) to 59 inches, or 150 cm. The amount of ease would vary widely depending on your size and the size garment you choose. For example the largest size is said to fit a chest measurement from 5258 inches/132-147.4 cm, which gives you a range of ease from 1-7 inches, or 2.5 to 17.78 cm, depending on your size. Just something to be aware of when you think about how you want it to fit.

The project calls for Red Heart Cotton Breeze yarn, which isn’t a yarn I’ve tried yet, but it’s a DK weight acrylic and cotton blend, which should make a lightweight top that’s great for summer.

Grab the free pattern from Yarnspirations.

[Photo: Yarnspirations]

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