Supporting the Dunollie Preservation Trust
Each purchase of this kit provides much-needed income to conserve historic embroideries at Dunollie Castle, in Oban Scotland.
Stream our Dunollie FilmDunollie Pocket Kit
Inspired by a single tie-on pocket from Dunollie Castle, Scotland, this kit lets you stitch your own piece of history.
Once hidden beneath petticoats, pockets like these were practical, portable, and deeply personal—cherished by women since the 17th century. This kit features a design adapted for a cushion and includes templates for making two authentic historic pockets—ideal for re-enactors or anyone who loves heritage crafts.
Design Dimensions: 41 x 29 cm (16 x 11 ½ inches)
Linen Dimensions: 61 x 49 cm (24 x 19 ¼ inches)
Linen Dimensions: 61 x 49 cm (24 x 19 ¼ inches)
Intermediate
Kit Includes
Kit Includes
The materials used in the Dunollie Pocket kit have been selected for their quality, historical integrity, and longevity, so your finished piece will become a treasured heirloom for generations to come. If you run out of any wool colours, please know that we replace up to 5 skeins free of charge.
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Pure Linen Twill with printed outline
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36 Appletons Wools Skeins
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Needles
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22-Page Instruction Booklet
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A3 Stitch Charts
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2 x A3 Templates for Creating a 'Pocket'
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Our 'Essential Guide to Crewel Work' booklet
Video Tutorial
Video Tutorial
Additional Kit Information
Additional Kit Information
Tracked Shipping
Secure delivery, flat rate postage
Money Back Guarantee
30 day guarantee on all kit orders
Exceptional Quality
Sustainably sourced materials supporting traditional crafts
About the Original 18th Century Design
The Dunollie Pocket
Which frame should I use
Which frame should I use
We recommend using a Hands Free Seat Frame with a paddle base or table clamp.
Alternatively you may prefer to use a 'Slate Frame' or other frame of your choice. You will also need a pair of scissors and a thimble if you use one.
Alternatively you may prefer to use a 'Slate Frame' or other frame of your choice. You will also need a pair of scissors and a thimble if you use one.
How we give back
How we give back
We care deeply about keeping the art of embroidery alive for future generations, and about supporting the talented artisans, collection owners, and arts professionals who help preserve this heritage.
Whenever we can, we donate a portion of each sale directly to the castle, country house, or institution that owns the original embroidery.
These contributions go straight towards caring for and conserving historic embroideries in their collections, and helping to train the people dedicated to their preservation.
Whenever we can, we donate a portion of each sale directly to the castle, country house, or institution that owns the original embroidery.
These contributions go straight towards caring for and conserving historic embroideries in their collections, and helping to train the people dedicated to their preservation.
Delivery, Returns and Duties
Delivery, Returns and Duties
- Free delivery on all UK orders over £100 and all international orders over £250.
- UK orders are sent by 2nd class 'Signed For' delivery (2–3 working days). Orders over 2kg are sent with DPD.
- International orders are sent tracked with Royal Mail. Duties are paid by us before dispatch, and the increased cost is included in the kit price—there are no additional landing costs.
- UK orders are sent by 2nd class 'Signed For' delivery (2–3 working days). Orders over 2kg are sent with DPD.
- International orders are sent tracked with Royal Mail. Duties are paid by us before dispatch, and the increased cost is included in the kit price—there are no additional landing costs.