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!

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Summer is the time for sweet treats, whether eating them or stitching them. This collection of patterns is full of designs that are good enough to eat. Almost.

This year of ice creams from Simone Balman Art is lots of fun, and you could also stitch up these treats individually if you’d rather. The full piece is 210 by 300 stitches, though it’s not full coverage. It uses 25 colors and comes out to 13.6 by 20.1 inches, or 34.5 by 51.2 cm, as shown on 14 count fabric.

These mini Popsicles from Mariana Gonclaves ART as super sweet and quick to stitch. These would also be a fun border to another summer project. The full design is 43 by 46 stitches, which is 3.1 by 3.3 inches, or 7.8 by 8.3 cm, on 14 count fabric.

Sam X Stitch has this fun sweet treat sampler, which again would be fun to stitch as individual pieces (maybe on napkins?). In all it calls for 18 colors and measures 153 by 153 stitches. That comes out to 10.93 inches or 27.75 cm on 14 count fabric.

Another great sampler is this one with ice cream and other sweet treats from Cute Patterns by Maria. At 119 by 132 stitches total, working the full pattern would be about 8.6 by 9.4 inches, or 22 by 24 cm on 14 count fabric, and it uses 33 colors. You can also stitch individual designs, which range in height from 35 to 45 stitches, and in width from 11 to 28.

This collection of four sundae patterns from Stichrovia would be fun to make for a kitchen or a teen’s room. Each pattern is around 40 by 50 stitches, so they should fit in a four or five inch hoop if worked on 14 count fabric.

Or stitch up one of the treats from Stitch Chart Studio‘s collection of seven ice cream cross stitch patterns. These range in size and in number of colors needed, but most would fit in a five or six in hoop (and one in a four inch hoop).

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