Embroidery

Embroidery is the art of handcrafting decorative patterns and designs on fabric, guided by a specific theme. Competitors are expected to produce embroidery models using a variety of stitch styles, demonstrating creativity, precision, and mastery of technique. The task requires interpreting the given topic, selecting appropriate stitches, and executing detailed work with consistency and care. Success in this skill relies on fine motor control, artistic expression, and a deep understanding of traditional and contemporary embroidery methods.

Competition Rules set the overall framework and regulations that apply to all skills competitions.

• Released in May 2026

Charter of Judges provides instructions on the judging procedure and use of the marking system.

• Released in May 2026

Technical Description explains what the skill is about and what competitors should be prepared for.

• Released in November 2026

This document was previously known as the Pre-task Assignment.

The previous International Abilympics Metz 2023 Pre‑task Assignment is available below. It illustrates the competition’s level of difficulty but does not correspond to the document for 2027.

• 2023 Pre-task Assignment, Embroidery

Test Project is the actual competition task that competitors complete, based on the Technical Description.

• Released in February 2027

(This document was previously known as the Final-task Assignment.)

Person in charge of organising the skill.

Kikka Jelisejeff

Taito, The Finnish Crafts Organization

The Abilympics organiser selects judges from people nominated by IAF member organisations.

• Application period for judges in May 2026
• Selection of Judges in September/October 2026
• Finalised list of Judges will be released in February 2027