Noriko Livingstone: A Hand-Sewn Garden

Is it time to pick up a new project? Let embroidery artist Noriko Livingstone inspire you.

Cultivating a craft that merges the timeless elegance of nature with contemporary artistry, Noriko's pieces are modern heirlooms, delicately sewn with floral designs that evoke the nostalgic charm of vintage linens, while showcasing an unwavering commitment to sustainability.

Growing up surrounded by her mother and grandmother’s love for sewing and gardening, Noriko’s passion for nature and textiles was nurtured from an early age. Her formal education in Fashion and Art at a Japanese university deepened her appreciation for design, culminating in a graduation project inspired by William Morris and the Arts and Crafts Movement. 

This influence remains central to her aesthetic today, and nature is Noriko’s greatest muse. Whether trekking through mountains or exploring her garden, she draws inspiration from the textures, forms, and colours of the natural world...

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