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Gawthorpe Pomegranate Kit

by Phillipa Turnbull

Honour the legacy of embroiderer Rachel Kay Shuttleworth with the Gawthorpe Pomegranate Kit. Replicated from a vibrant panel stitched by Rachel in the early-20th Century, this design features oversized fruits and floral features, symbolising abundance and fertility, in a rich, 'Jacobean' colour way.

Supporting the Gawthorpe Hall Textile Collection, this kit is perfect for those seeking a crewel-fix!

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Sustainably sourced materials supporting traditional crafts

Kit Includes

Time invested in needlework should be honored with the best quality materials. All the materials in this kit have been selected for their quality and historic integrity and with longevity in mind, so that your finished piece will become a treasured heirloom for many generations to come.

  • Pure linen twill
  • 26 Appletons Wool Skeins
  • 4 Needles (for double & single thread)
  • 24-page Stitch Instruction Booklet
  • A3 Stitch Charts
  • A3 Colour Poster
  • Our 'Essential Guide to Crewel Work' booklet

Video Tutorial Includes

  • 5 hours of on-demand, step by step instructions to help you each step of the way
  • A certificate of completion
  • Lifetime access to the video guide
  • Your own personal dashboard that holds all of your video guides
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Meet Your Tutor

Phillipa Turnbull

United Kingdom

The founder of the business over 30 years ago, Phillipa has experienced the ups and downs of the embroidery industry. As well as tutoring, and overseeing both teams, Phillipa drives product development.

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  • Lowers blood pressure

    Embroidery calms the nervous system, promotes relaxation, and contributes to lower blood pressure, reducing stress for improved well-being.

  • Regulates breath

    Engaging in embroidery encourages mindful, rhythmic stitching, promoting focused breathing patterns that can induce a sense of calm and relaxation.

  • Calms nervous system

    Embroidery, with its repetitive and rhythmic hand movements, engages the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and reducing stress levels.

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You might be wondering

What size is the design?

Design size 23 x 38 cm (9 x 15 in)
Linen size: 43 x 58 cm (17 x 23 in)

What stitches are featured in the design?

Raised Satin, Long and Short as ‘soft shading’, Crewel Stem, Herringbone, Closed Fly, Coral, Fern, Whipped Stem, and Satin Stitch

What else will I need?

We recommend using a Hands Free Seat Frame with an 8 inch hoop and with 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.

How long will it take me?

Everyone stitches at different speeds and tensions but as a guide, this design should take around 15 hours.

How we give back

We are passionate about keeping embroidery alive for future generations and supporting the talented artisans and dedicated technicians involved in their care.

To do this, where possible, we donate a percentage of the proceeds of the sale of our kits to the castle, country house, or institution that the original embroidery belongs to.

With this donation, we specifically support the care and safe-housing of the historic embroidery, as well as the training of staff involved in its upkeep.

Delivery & Returns

We offer 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 under £100. Orders over 2kg are sent with DPD.

International orders are sent Untracked or Tracked with Royal Mail, or with DPD. Live rates are calculated at check out depending on the size of your order.

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Lois Woodger
Excellent

Another quality kit, excellent design, fabric, yarn, instructions - as always.

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Megan E Meyer

I loved working this kit! It's framed and hung and gorgeous!

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Sally Whitehead
Gawthorpe pomegranate kit

Just started this and I'm looking forward. Following the video as well so that I get every stitch as exact as I can (this time, I've completed the Jacobean fantasy really badly- but it was my first one! Hoping to buy a seconds.)

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Sandra Larson
Dreaming

I haven’t been able to do any stitching on the piece, but the materials and instructions seem very complete and easy to understand. I am looking forward to it someday.

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Elizabeth Wilkinson
Excellent kit.

This kit is excellent. Everything is very nicely packaged. Opening the kit is a pleasure as you take out the linen it is fantastic quality. Appletons wool all neatly organised on a strip or two in order, saves hassle. Then the intructions so clear. One very hapy customer.