Lou McCarney
Production Editor, Love Embroidery
Lou is a writer and maker based in Bristol, where she lives with her husband Rory, two ball pythons she refers to as “silly sausages” and (possibly) too many plants. If she’s not working on your next issue of Love Embroidery, then she’s crafting or snacking. As well as stitching, she's also a keen knitter. She has worked with a huge range of best selling magazines, including Simply Knitting, The Knitter, Simply Crochet, BBC Countryfile, Boundless, Rowan Collection, Mollie Makes and Cross Stitch Crazy.
Recent articles by Lou McCarney
How to make autumn leaf tealight jars
Bring autumn's vibrant hues inside by making your own leaf-coated tealight holder – the perfect autumn craft after a chilly walk through the leaves.
How to track a flower through summer
Discover the life of a summer flower and follow its progress using sketches
How to make leaf-pressed coasters
Capture the beauty of leaves in clay and display them in a pretty and practical way around
your home, giving your coffee table a natural uplift
How to make a twig bowl
You can make treasures from the humblest natural ingredients. Gather a handful of twigs from your garden or nearest wood and create something truly special to display in your home or give to a nature-loving friend
