China stitching methods dominate embroidered home accents line even as modern and western styles draw increased attention.

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• Traditional China stitching techniques: Utilizing extremely thin silk thread that allows for detailed needlework and intricate designs, Su embroidery is the most widely used technique for the line. The Xiang style, characterized by thick stitching and uneven needlework, is also popular. Makers employ the Yue and Shu methods as well.
• Modern & Western elements gain ground: Local themes continue to dominate design options, but releases in Western motifs such as Canada’s maple leaf are increasingly produced. Landscapes and portraits that resemble oil paintings are also available.
• Price projection: Despite escalating manpower spending, most companies do not intend to impose markups in the months ahead. This is because of the relatively high profit margins they generate from embroidered home accents.
• Revenue forecast: Although export sales are on a decline due to sluggish business conditions in the US and Europe, suppliers predict overall revenue will remain stable in 2012. Strong domestic sales are anticipated to sustain the line’s viability.

Product gallery Changsha City Fancy Embroidery Co. Ltd Model: F2030 Description: Handembroidered; silk base, thread; 40x30cm

Suzhou Industry Park Loufeng Town Ruilai Textile Commercial Center Models: SZ2011008 Description: Handembroidered; silk base; 25x36cm; without frame

Suzhou Jiaogu Suxiu Art Ltd Model: Rosewood Palace Fan Description: Handembroidered; silk base, thread; rosewood frame; desktop

Taizhou Shize Art Co. Ltd Model: 36 Description: Handembroidered; Su stitching; 57x39cm

Yiwu Qibaa E-Commerce Firm Model: QBC-003 Description: Handembroidered; cotton base; silk, polyester thread; 152x31cm; 40cm-long scrolls

Zhangjiagang Goldenway Embroidery Productions Co. Ltd Model: JL Description: Machine-embroidered; cotton base; rayon thread; 50x50cm

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