Rebekah Johnston holds a linen wall hanging with blue appliqué on ecru.
 

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Soft Brown overlaid logo for Rebekah Johnston. The Dark blue text reads 'about the artist'

I'm Rebekah Johnston, a textile artist and educator living and working in Nottingham. I create one-off quilted textiles exploring themes of emotional wellbeing. Each piece is slow-stitched by hand, a calming and meditative process.

A quilt is an object that offers comfort and protection- just as the act of making it comforts and protects me. A soft fabric hug that connects me to its eventual recipient; fabrics with memories that are passed on to create new ones.

My passion lies in empowering people to find their own creative voice, encouraging them to grow the confidence to know their own visual language. As a former art teacher, I bring years of experience in guiding others through their artistic journeys.

 
 

My art intertwines artistic self-discovery, sustainability, and the meditative practice of hand stitching. Embracing the unhurried rhythm of my craft, I find solace and introspection in the deliberate act of slow stitching, allowing my thoughts to settle and reflect. My inspiration stems from discarded scraps and garment offcuts, which I transform into quilts and wall hangings. With meticulous attention, I piece together unconventional shapes, balancing positive and negative space to create harmonious compositions. Each shape is thoughtfully placed, resulting in a new visual arrangement that tells hidden narratives.

In addition to creating my own pieces, I love teaching others the art of slow stitch through in-person workshops. These workshops provide a space for participants to slow down, unwind, and immerse themselves in the joy of creating something beautiful with their own hands. Through my workshops, I extend an invitation for others to experience the same meditative calm and self-reflection. I encourage participants to embrace slowness, appreciate the beauty in discarded materials, and foster a mindful connection between their hands, mind, and creative spirit.

 
 
 

For those who prefer to learn from the comfort of their own homes, I offer a range of video tutorials, PDF downloads, and kits. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced stitcher looking to explore new techniques, my resources are designed to guide you on your creative journey.

Whichever learning method you choose, my goal is to inspire and empower you to embrace the art of slow stitch, discover the joy of mindful making, and find your own creative voice. Why not browse my selection and start your creative journey today?

 

press

country living modern rustic , issue 24- November 2023

Objects of Desire - Curated by Alaina Binks. Photography by Nato Welton

Front cover of Country Living Modern Rustic issue 24
Rebekah Johnston's slow stitched Topple baby quilt featured in Country Living Modern Rustic issue 24

home magazine - sept 2022

L’art du patchwork, Unique et durable -Melanie Vassart

Front cover of Home magazine featuring Rebekah Johnston's quilts
An article in French Home magazine on Rebekah Johnston's quilts

curated quilts, issue 21-negative space - Oct 2022

Rebekah johnston's work in Curated Quilts magazine
Curated Quilts negative space magazine cover

The Space Between - Rebekah Johnston

Rebekah Johnston's work in Curated Quilts magazine
Rebekah Johnston's work in Curated Quilts magazine

estila, meet the artist - oct2022

Artists + Creatives - Rebekah Johnston: Meet the artist

Artist feature on Rebekah Johnston in Estila journal

HELEN ROUND, STORIES FROM THE STUDIO- JAN 2023

Introducing Rebekah Johnston and New Slow Stitched Craft Kits

A screen shot of journal post about Rebekah Johnston on www.helenround.com

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A couple of new flower shapes on the studio wall. I’ve made 4 new flower templates available as an add on to my ‘Make a Flower Mini Quilt’ tutorial. All shapes are customisable but this is a great little extra if you lack the conf
A favourite piece of mine that sold last year. The wonky binding, the off centre placement and the fraying fabric held in place by the running stitches came together really nicely. The same techniques that I use again and again but alway produce suc
This one technique with multiple variations, when repeated can create stunning the results. The first stitch we are taught to sew as children. A stitch used widely throughout history in multiple cultures. One I return to again and again in my works b
The vibrancy of plant dyed colours never fails to amaze me! Join me in exploring a zero waste technique for needle turn appliqué, and get hands-on with my plant-dyed fabrics. Currently, I have linen undergoing the mordanting process ready to
6 flowers from my ‘Make a Flower Mini Quilt’ class. How cute do they look together standing in a row? If you fancy making your own click the link in my bio. Now available as part of a bundle with my other digital workshops. Warning: the
Join me in Ruddington’s historical Framework Knitters Museum to learn my straight forward method for needle turn appliqué. You’ll create a botanical inspired appliqué square from a selection of my plant dyed fabrics. Perfect
L E A R N W I T H M E I love making with my hands and sharing my approach with others. I believe everyone is creative and has it within them to make something beautiful. I am also passionate about using what we have, seeing the beauty in discarded
Join me in the beautiful @_everwild studio to learn the art of slow stitch, a mindful practice that’s both soothing and creative. Using plant-dyed fabrics from my collection, you’ll master the technique of attaching fabric scraps to a bas
I’m delighted to announce another in person workshop! Join me in Ruddington’s historical Framework Knitters Museum to learn my straight forward method for needle turn appliqué. You’ll create a botanical inspired appliqu&eacu
I’m Rebekah, and I’m the creator behind everything you see on this account. I started this page 4 years ago as a way to document my creative journey and to hold myself accountable. Now, I’ve been self-employed for 2 1/2 years, and I
An informal shelfie to remind you that selected works are on sale in my online shop. Like this pair of mini quilts which look beautiful together framed or unframed. I’m constantly rearranging artwork in my house to suit my mood and prefer info
Mini Quilts : how do you display yours? It’s lovely that the community I have around me on here instantly gets my work. However in real life not everyone understands textile art and I have found that when I take my work to craft fairs, mini qu
Appliqué samples sitting in the dappled light that they are inspired by. I love the shadows created by the sun at this time of year. I’m really excited about this tutorial, I’ll be showing you my favourite slow stitch techniques o
Nottingham workshop! Join me in the beautiful @_everwild studio to learn the art of slow stitch, a mindful practice that’s both soothing and creative. Using plant-dyed fabrics from my collection, you’ll master the technique of attaching
I’m excited to announce that my latest tutorial is now available for pre-order! Join me as I unveil my simple approach to needle turn applique in my latest instructional ebook and accompanying video tutorial. Together, we’ll craft a botan
W O R K S H O P S ! So I’m finally getting my act together and I’m planning on offering more in-person workshops in Nottingham. Mindful slow stitching and perhaps a mini quilted flower session. I’m hoping to do an evening and a wee