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BOOK ONE OF
THE NEEDLE AND THE SWORD
"THE SAXON TWINS"
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"In Anglo Saxon England a needle can be
bloodier than a sword"
"Not an embroidery book - but definitely a book for embroiderers"
International textile artist Helen M Stevens, creates bespoke fine artworks which have been sold through Harrods of Knightsbridge, Liberty of London and at exhibitions worldwide including Olympic Park, Sydney, St. Johns, Canada,the Camberley Gallery in Louisville, USA, Christchurch, New Zealand and in Europe. The first artist in her medium to be elected to the prestigious Society of Women Artists (sister organisation to the Royal Academy), she still exhibits regularly at the Mall Galleries in London. Commissioned and exhibition pieces range from £90 - £2,000 depending on size and content.
Bespoke artwork and commissions
Helen lives and works in the medieval market town of Bury St Edmunds, England. This site will give you a flavour of her work, where to see exhibitions and how best to learn and understand her techniques.
Helen's artworks are executed in pure silk and precious metal threads, with the addition of other natural fibres and/or semi precious stones. Her techniques are contemporary interpretations of ancient Anglo Saxon concepts and stitches. Contact her direct for commissions, etc.
Helen lives and works in the medieval market town of Bury St Edmunds, England. This site will give you a flavour of her work, where to see exhibitions and how best to learn and understand her techniques.
Helen's artworks are executed in pure silk and precious metal threads, with the addition of other natural fibres and/or semi precious stones. Her techniques are contemporary interpretations of ancient Anglo Saxon concepts and stitches. Contact her direct for commissions, etc.
Kingfisher
BEAUTIFUL COLLECTORS' BOOKS
Kingfisher
BEAUTIFUL COLLECTORS' BOOKS
Helen's "signature" bird, the kingfisher, has been her "logo" since the opening of her Studio, True Embroideries, in 1981, appearing on the cover of her first book, "The Embroiderer's Countryside" originally published in 1992. For more information about Helen's books, click here.
Dragonfly
DOWNLOADS AND E-BOOKS
Dragonfly
DOWNLOADS AND E-BOOKS
Helen's distinctive style is based upon embroidery techniques dating back to the Anglo Saxon era, but also includes stitches created by Helen herself and now recognised as popularly accepted techniques. To learn her type of embroidery, tutorials, downloadable patterns and e-books are available. Click here for details.
Autumn leaves
EXHIBITIONS AND LECTURES
Autumn leaves
EXHIBITIONS AND LECTURES
Helen's popular exhibitions are the best way to see her work up close! For dates, venues and other information visit Exhibition page
Helen has lectured and taught worldwide. Now confining her lecture schedule closer to home, she is happy discuss talks, after dinner addresses, etc. Click here to enquire.
Fine art greetings cards and exclusive postcards and bookmarks on the Gallery page
Helen's popular Facebook page is the place to follow her day by day exploration of nature through embroidery .... click above to join us!