Mariana's Diary

Welcome to my blog! Here, I’ll share glimpses of my work, embroidery tips, and behind-the-scenes moments. Follow along for inspiration and handmade stories stitched with love.
- Mariana

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Embroidered childhood memories

Embroidered childhood memories

What began as two faded childhood drawings became a heartfelt embroidery project to preserve a mother’s most treasured memories. With stitches, we brought Francesca and Sofia’s early artwork to life.

Embroidered childhood memories

What began as two faded childhood drawings became a heartfelt embroidery project to preserve a mother’s most treasured memories. With stitches, we brought Francesca and Sofia’s early artwork to life.

A love letter in thread

A love letter in thread

Each phrase was a love letter in itself, filled with gratitude, hope, and tenderness. As I stitched each word, I imagined the joy and emotion these would bring.

A love letter in thread

Each phrase was a love letter in itself, filled with gratitude, hope, and tenderness. As I stitched each word, I imagined the joy and emotion these would bring.

Embroidery that brings clothes back

Embroidery that brings clothes back

With a few stitches, I turned damaged clothes into favorites again. Embroidery covered flaws, added meaning, and brought new life to pieces we love.

Embroidery that brings clothes back

With a few stitches, I turned damaged clothes into favorites again. Embroidery covered flaws, added meaning, and brought new life to pieces we love.

The story behind my handmade 44th birthday dress

The story behind my handmade 44th birthday dress

I wanted a dress that would truly represent me: handmade, creative, sparkling, and full of love. So I decided to make it myself.

The story behind my handmade 44th birthday dress

I wanted a dress that would truly represent me: handmade, creative, sparkling, and full of love. So I decided to make it myself.

A terrace makeover: The power of handmade cushions

A terrace makeover: The power of handmade cushions

New handmade cushions, same cozy terrace, now with stripes, gingham, and soft blues. A small project that brought new life and love to the space.

A terrace makeover: The power of handmade cushions

New handmade cushions, same cozy terrace, now with stripes, gingham, and soft blues. A small project that brought new life and love to the space.

Porcelain to napkins: Custom embroidery magic

Porcelain to napkins: Custom embroidery magic

One of the things I love most about embroidery is how versatile it can be, how a small detail can elevate something ordinary into something unforgettable.

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Porcelain to napkins: Custom embroidery magic

One of the things I love most about embroidery is how versatile it can be, how a small detail can elevate something ordinary into something unforgettable.

1 comment