Raffia Embroidery

Name: Raffia Embroidery
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ISBN: 9781800923034

Vibrant Designs Inspired by the Caribbean

Tihara Smith

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Search Press Ltd
17 February 2026

Embroidery crafts

Discover bold and brilliant raffia embroidery!

Create 10 vibrant, contemporary, Caribbean-inspired designs with popular fashion designer Tihara Smith (@tiharasmith).

Mouth-wateringly colorful and gorgeously tactile, Tihara's striking raffia embroidery designs are inspired by her Caribbean heritage, and will bring a burst of sunshine into your home. Using different raffia types - natural, synthetic and paper - Tihara takes you through her unique process to create bold and beautiful embroideries:

All the tools and materials are clearly set out so you know exactly where to begin. The simple stitches are explained step by step, along with practical know-how for working with raffia ribbon and raffia fabric, making this suitable for crafters of all abilities. Choose from 10 stunning projects, ranging from colorful hoop embroideries and striking wall hangings, to making your own simple bag, zipped pouch and cushion, all embroidered with vibrant designs. Raffia embroidery can also be applied to a variety of clothing, accessories and home decor. Tihara shows you in easy steps how to embellish an existing denim jacket, pair of jeans and straw hat to give them a new, modern flair that's personal to you. Full-size templates are included, so you can get started straight away.

Join Tihara on a journey of discovery into the Windrush story, and bring some Caribbean joy into your home with her vibrant, eye-catching designs that you will be proud to say you embroidered yourself!

See more of Tihara's designs: @tiharasmith and www.tiharasmith.com

By: Tihara Smith
Imprint: Search Press Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 190mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 402g
ISBN: 9781800923034
ISBN 10: 1800923031
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 17 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction Windrush Caribbean straw crafts Working with raffia Tools and materials Techniques Embroidery stitches Projects Monstera Leaf Hoop Art Straw Hat Parrot Wall Hanging Banana Decoration Pillow Cover Hibiscus Zipper pouch Tote bag Sunglasses Sleeve Framed Art Denim Jacket Templates

Tihara Smith is a fashion designer and textile artist, passionate about her Caribbean heritage and sharing the Windrush story. Her fashion designs have featured in museums and galleries across London. She is the founder of an award-winning start-up fashion, accessories and lifestyle brand, selling greeting cards, accessories and raffia embroidery art. Tihara's products are stocked in independent stores across the UK, Bermuda and the British Virgin Islands. Tihara also runs raffia embroidery hoop art workshops. Tihara lives in London, UK. This is her first book with Search Press. Visit her website: www.tiharasmith.com

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Join Tihara on a journey of discovery into the history of raffia craft, discover its place in her family's Windrush story, and bring some Caribbean joy into your home with her vibrant, eye-catching designs! * Craft Focus - Dec 25/Jan 26 *