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Dunollie Feathers Kit

Honouring the Jacobite cause, the Dunollie Feathers replicates a repeated motif featuring the Prince of Wales Feathers. 

Replicated from a set of 18th Century Bed Hangings from Dunollie Castle near Oban, Scotland, this design showcases a vast array of fun techniques, stitched in fine Renaissance wools in a beautiful indigo.

Intermediate

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Exceptional Quality

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
  • 4 Renaissance Wool Skeins
  • 4 Needles (for double & single thread)
  • 36-page Stitch Instruction Booklet
  • A4 Colour Poster

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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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    Our online community fosters connection through a shared creative space, encouraging communication and supporting the exchange of ideas, nurturing deep social bonds among members.

You might be wondering

What size is the design?

Design size: 28 x 25 cm (11 x 10 inch)
Linen size: 48 x 45 cm (19 x 17¾ inch)

What stitches are featured in the design?

Buttonhole, Coral, Crewel Stem, Detached Chain, Ermine, Feather, Fern, French Knots, Leaf, Long Armed Cross, Pistil, Raised Satin, Running, Satin, Seeding, Sword Stitch and Tête de Boeuf

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 7 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.

VISIT OUR DELIVERY PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Customer Reviews

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Joan Watkins
Relaxing

I just finished this kit and want to note doing a single color kit is very different. It was easy to pick up and put down during a very busy time. Some new stitches that kept it interesting but overall a calming experience. Great quality as always.

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susan pejovich
Dunollie Feathers

I am having trouble understanding how to make the 'padded satin' stitch.
I am very happy to have the kit, and look forward working with only 1 color!

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Olwyn Horwood

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Elizabeth Wilkinson
Yet another brilliant kit

I have a large number of Crewelwork Company kuts so I can judge well this kit. I have unpacked it and as always top quality. I notice a number of different stitches which are unusual but as always the stitches are describef in tiny detail so anyone even an absolute beginner will be able to finish to w high standard. This Dunollie kit makes me want to visit Dunollie itself. Wonderful.

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Anne Cleave
Dunollie Feathers

Dunollie House is a ferry ride from the Isle of Mull (Inner Hebrides) where I live, and I know it well. I was really excited to see a kit created for Dunollie and I hope it is very successful for the charity. I haven't started it yet, but I've put it at the top of my work basket so it's going to be next. It's quite a few years since I've done a sampler and I've never done one in a single colour so I'm looking forward to doing this one. As ever the kit is beautifully presented with all you need to work it.