About Andrea
Every stitch has a story.
My name is Andrea, and the love of embroidery has been part of my life for as long as I can remember.
I inherited this passion from my grandmother, who patiently taught me the art of cross stitch when I was a little girl. Sitting beside her, I discovered something magical: watching an empty piece of fabric slowly come to life with thousands of colourful stitches.
That feeling has never left me.
As the years passed, I created countless tablecloths, cushions and decorative pieces. But one day I realised that I didn't have to rely only on ready-made patterns.I could create my own.
A favourite photograph..
.A cherished memory...
A special moment...
Almost any image could become a unique embroidery pattern, stitched entirely by hand.
The first personalised portrait I created was a gift for my mother.
I transformed photographs of my children into a handmade artwork, surrounded by a beautiful background designed especially for them.
Seeing the emotion that such a personal gift could bring made me realise that I wanted to create these memories for other families as well
Today, every artwork is individually designed and embroidered by hand.
Some pieces require more than 200 to 400 hours of work and tens of thousands of carefully placed stitches.
Each portrait is created with patience, attention to detail and great respect for the memories it represents.
If you choose a personalised portrait, I will work closely with you throughout the process.
Progress photos are available during the creation of your artwork, allowing you to see your memory slowly come to life, one stitch at a time.
A Legacy of Love
Stitched Memories is more than a business
.It is my way of honouring the woman who first placed a needle and thread into my hands.
Every finished artwork carries a small part of that legacy.
I hope it will become a treasured memory in your own home for many years to come.
Thank you for visiting my little corner of the world.
With love,
Andrea
Handmade Cross Stitch Artist