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Glamis Animals - Full Collection (Pre-Order) Glamis Animals - Full Collection (Pre-Order)
Beginner
Glamis Animals - Full Collection (Pre-Order)
Buy the full set of 12 designs in the Glamis Animals Collection and save £60. This is a pre-order purchase. Your order will be dispatched in August. These playful designs are inspired by an extraordinary set of 17th century bed hangings in Glamis Castle, Scotland. Stitched in 1683 by Lady Helen Middleton (later Countess of Strathmore), the hangings feature a playful array of domestic and exotic animals. This set features all 12 designs - the Boar, Donkey, Horse, Reindeer, Lamb, Duck, Leopard, Goat, Camel, Rhinoceros, Elephant and Dog. The kit comes complete with all the materials needed to complete your designs.... Buy the full set of 12 designs in the Glamis Animals Collection and save £60. This is a pre-order purchase. Your order will be dispatched...
Glamis Duck, Elephant, Camel and Rhinoceros (Pre-Order) Glamis Duck, Elephant, Camel and Rhinoceros (Pre-Order)
Beginner
Glamis Duck, Elephant, Camel and Rhinoceros (Pre-Order)
This is a pre-order purchase. Your order will be dispatched in August. These designs are inspired by an extraordinary set of 17th century bed hangings in Glamis Castle, Scotland. Stitched in 1683 by Lady Helen Middleton (later Countess of Strathmore), the hangings feature a playful array of domestic and exotic animals. This set features the Duck, Elephant, Camel and Rhinoceros and comes complete with all the materials and instructions needed to finish each of these four designs. Sales of these designs, together with every kit in our Glamis Animals Collection, make a direct contribution to the care and conservation of the... This is a pre-order purchase. Your order will be dispatched in August. These designs are inspired by an extraordinary set of 17th century bed hangings...
Glamis Dog, Lamb, Goat, Leopard (Pre-Order) Glamis Dog, Lamb, Goat, Leopard (Pre-Order)
Beginner
Glamis Dog, Lamb, Goat, Leopard (Pre-Order)
This is a pre-order purchase. Your order will be dispatched in August. These designs are inspired by an extraordinary set of 17th century bed hangings in Glamis Castle, Scotland. Stitched in 1683 by  Lady Helen Middleton (later Countess of Strathmore), the hangings feature a playful array of domestic and exotic animals. This set features the Dog, Lamb, Goat, and Leopard and comes complete with all the materials and instructions needed to finish each of these four designs. Sales of these designs, together with every kit in our Glamis Animals Collection, make a direct contribution to the care and conservation of the original... This is a pre-order purchase. Your order will be dispatched in August. These designs are inspired by an extraordinary set of 17th century bed hangings...
Glamis Reindeer, Donkey, Horse and Boar (Pre-Order) Glamis Reindeer, Donkey, Horse and Boar (Pre-Order)
Beginner
Glamis Reindeer, Donkey, Horse and Boar (Pre-Order)
This is a pre-order purchase. Your order will be dispatched in August. These designs are inspired by an extraordinary set of 17th century bed hangings in Glamis Castle, Scotland. Stitched in 1683 by Lady Helen Middleton (later Countess of Strathmore), the hangings feature a playful array of domestic and exotic animals. This set features the Boar, Donkey, Horse & Reindeer and comes complete with all the materials and instructions needed to finish each of these four designs. Sales of these designs, together with every kit in our Glamis Animals Collection, make a direct contribution to the care and conservation of the original... This is a pre-order purchase. Your order will be dispatched in August. These designs are inspired by an extraordinary set of 17th century bed hangings...
Velvet Lovebirds Velvet Lovebirds
Intermediate
Velvet Lovebirds
Velvet Lovebirds is a striking embroidery design featuring a vibrant pair of lovebirds resting amongst blossoms and foliage. Reinterpreted by Phillipa Turnbull from a velvet embroidery in our collection, the design combines bold colour, intricate stitch placement and beautifully textured surfaces to create a richly atmospheric piece inspired by traditional Arts & Crafts embroidery. Velvet Lovebirds is a striking embroidery design featuring a vibrant pair of lovebirds resting amongst blossoms and foliage. Reinterpreted by Phillipa Turnbull from a velvet...
Lady Helen's Duck Kit Lady Helen's Duck Kit
Beginner
Lady Helen's Duck Kit
Featuring a charming duck, this beginner crewel work design replicates one of many animals featured on a set of 17th Century bed hangings at Glamis Castle.  Stitched by Lady Helen Middleton (wife of the 3rd Earl of Strathmore) and her daughters, the original embroideries now hang in King Malcolm's Room within the castle. Featuring a charming duck, this beginner crewel work design replicates one of many animals featured on a set of 17th Century bed hangings at Glamis...
Lady Helen's Elephant Kit Lady Helen's Elephant Kit
Beginner
Lady Helen's Elephant Kit
Explore the charm of Lady Helen Middleton's 17th century wall hangings in the historic needlework collection of Glamis Castle, Scotland. Inspired by the playful animals which adorn this wonderful set, which hangs in King Malcolm’s Room, this beginner crewel work project is perfect for those new to crewel embroidery. Explore the charm of Lady Helen Middleton's 17th century wall hangings in the historic needlework collection of Glamis Castle, Scotland. Inspired by the playful animals...
Cecilia's Countess Pillowe Kit Cecilia's Countess Pillowe Kit
Intermediate
Cecilia's Countess Pillowe Kit
Phillipa’s Countess Pillowe design takes inspiration from a set of magnificent crewel work bed hangings designed and embroidered by Cecilia, Countess of Strathmore and Kinghorne (1862–1938) grandmother of Queen Elizabeth II. This design features the Scottish thistle and the English rose, each bordered by graceful lattice columns. This design is perfect for stitchers who are ready to extend their skills, and offers an impressive design which is possible to complete in a relatively short time. Phillipa’s Countess Pillowe design takes inspiration from a set of magnificent crewel work bed hangings designed and embroidered by Cecilia, Countess of Strathmore and Kinghorne (1862–1938) grandmother of Queen...
Mellerstain Stag Kit Mellerstain Stag Kit
Beginner
Mellerstain Stag Kit
Embrace the stately elegance of the Mellerstain Stag Kit. Created with newcomers to crewel embroidery in mind, this classic Jacobean-inspired design is great for newcomers to crewel work and those looking for a smaller design to complete. Replicating a section of an antique firescreen from Mellerstain House in the borders of Scotland, the proud stag is surrounded by Autumnal foliage, the perfect design for already looking forward to Christmas! Enjoy this beautiful design, now with a step-by-step video tutorial! Embrace the stately elegance of the Mellerstain Stag Kit. Created with newcomers to crewel embroidery in mind, this classic Jacobean-inspired design is great for newcomers...
Jacobean Fantasy Kit Jacobean Fantasy Kit
Intermediate
Jacobean Fantasy Kit
One of our most popular designs, the Jacobean Fantasy recreates a section of a larger hanging. Based on a popular early-20th century design and featuring a pleasing array of oversized motifs in the Jacobean style, this design depicts a section of a strong ‘Tree of Life’ structure in muted greens, greys and browns, supporting the colourful flora. Flowers, as well as the stylised leaves, acanthus and oak are arranged in a fabulous display, curving sinuously away from the main trunk. Enjoy this beautiful design, now with a step-by-step video tutorial! One of our most popular designs, the Jacobean Fantasy recreates a section of a larger hanging. Based on a popular early-20th century design and featuring...
Dunollie Pocket Kit Dunollie Pocket Kit
Intermediate
Dunollie 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) 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...
Gawthorpe Oak Tree & Snail Kit Gawthorpe Oak Tree & Snail Kit
Intermediate
Gawthorpe Oak Tree & Snail Kit
The Gawthorpe Oak Tree & Snail design is an oft-repeated rural scene featured on the pelmets of Rachel Kay Shuttleworth’s famous bed hangings made for her beautiful 16th-century tester bed given to her by her parents on her 21st birthday. This design is the perfect introduction to the Gawthorpe Crewel Work range, providing a sample of some of Rachel's favourite techniques in the Arts & Crafts style we are so fond of. The Gawthorpe Oak Tree & Snail design is an oft-repeated rural scene featured on the pelmets of Rachel Kay Shuttleworth’s famous bed hangings made for her...
Gawthorpe Peacock Decoration Kit Gawthorpe Peacock Decoration Kit
Beginner
Gawthorpe Peacock Decoration Kit
This charming woodland scene is a detail from one of a series of interpretations recreated by Phillipa based on the jewel in the crown of the Gawthorpe Textile Collection - a set of bed hangings and pelmets embroidered by Rachel Kay Shuttleworth for her own Elizabethan four-poster bed in the Huntroyd Room at her childhood home Gawthorpe Hall. This charming woodland scene is a detail from one of a series of interpretations recreated by Phillipa based on the jewel in the crown of...
Gawthorpe Peacock Kit Gawthorpe Peacock Kit
Intermediate
Gawthorpe Peacock Kit
Our latest crewel work collaboration with Gawthorpe Hall and the Rachel Kay Shuttleworth Textile Collection. Enjoy this rich, Jacobean floral design featuring Pomegranates, acanthus leaves and Rachel's favourite - a vibrant blue Peacock. This design is suitable for intermediate embroiderers, offering a challenging and enjoyable collection of shapes to fill with a range of fun and diverse crewel work techniques. Our latest crewel work collaboration with Gawthorpe Hall and the Rachel Kay Shuttleworth Textile Collection. Enjoy this rich, Jacobean floral design featuring Pomegranates, acanthus leaves...
The 1650 Altar Frontal The 1650 Altar Frontal
Advanced
The 1650 Altar Frontal
This glorious embroidery replicates a mid-17th century Altar Frontal which is currently in the Embroiderers' Guild National needlework collection held at the Discover Bucks Museum in Aylesbury, UK The design depicts a collection of Biblical scenes including Adam & Eve and the Serpent, Noah's Ark, Adoration of the Magi, Adoration of the Shepherds, Moses in the Bulrushes, and Abraham, Hagar, and Ishmael. This glorious embroidery replicates a mid-17th century Altar Frontal which is currently in the Embroiderers' Guild National needlework collection held at the Discover Bucks Museum...
Burghley House Bedhead Kit Burghley House Bedhead Kit
Advanced
Burghley House Bedhead Kit
This opulent design replicates a Bedhead in the magnificent Burghley House near Stamford, Lincolnshire. Showcasing an array of crewel techniques in challenging shapes stitched in vibrant Jacobean hues, this design offers a masterclass in core crewel work techniques. This opulent design replicates a Bedhead in the magnificent Burghley House near Stamford, Lincolnshire. Showcasing an array of crewel techniques in challenging shapes stitched in...
Gawthorpe Bed Hanging - A Crewel Work Masterpiece Gawthorpe Bed Hanging - A Crewel Work Masterpiece
Advanced
Gawthorpe Bed Hanging - A Crewel Work Masterpiece
Step into the rich world of historic embroidery with the Gawthorpe Bed Hanging, an exquisite design inspired by the breathtaking textiles of Gawthorpe Hall, home to one of Britain’s most remarkable needlework collections. This Special Edition kit is based on a stunning Tree of Life motif, originally embroidered by Rachel Kay Shuttleworth, a passionate textile collector and embroiderer. Drawing from 17th-century techniques, motifs, and colours, Rachel created a magnificent set of bed hangings and pelmets for her 16th-century 'Tester' bed—a true celebration of heritage craftsmanship. With this kit, you have the opportunity to stitch your own legacy, using the highest-quality... Step into the rich world of historic embroidery with the Gawthorpe Bed Hanging, an exquisite design inspired by the breathtaking textiles of Gawthorpe Hall, home...
Secret Squirrel Kit Secret Squirrel Kit
Beginner
Secret Squirrel Kit
A dainty baby squirrel, sitting in a woodland glade. This shy red squirrel is now a rare native in the English countryside, but was a popular captive pet amongst the aristocracy during the 17th Century, and was depicted on portraits as well as crewel work during this time. The perfect kit for newcomers to embroidery! A dainty baby squirrel, sitting in a woodland glade. This shy red squirrel is now a rare native in the English countryside, but was a...
Rabbits Christmas Stocking Kit Rabbits Christmas Stocking Kit
Intermediate
Rabbits Christmas Stocking Kit
Get ready for Christmas with our Rabbits Christmas Stocking design. Make an heirloom for your family and bring the joy to this festive season. Stitched in the Jacobean style, this fun whimsical design features a selection of techniques to keep you entertained in the run up to Christmas. Get ready for Christmas with our Rabbits Christmas Stocking design. Make an heirloom for your family and bring the joy to this festive season. Stitched...
Muncaster Parrot Kit Muncaster Parrot Kit
Intermediate
Muncaster Parrot Kit
Replicating a section of our Muncaster Bed Hanging Special Edition design, the Muncaster Parrot Kit features a colourful parrot amidst intricate foliage. A fun and engaging design, this kit directly supports the upkeep of the original 17th Century embroidery at Muncaster Castle.  Replicating a section of our Muncaster Bed Hanging Special Edition design, the Muncaster Parrot Kit features a colourful parrot amidst intricate foliage. A fun and...
Gawthorpe Pomegranate Kit Gawthorpe Pomegranate Kit
Intermediate
Gawthorpe Pomegranate Kit
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! 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...
Gawthorpe Cherry Tree Kit Gawthorpe Cherry Tree Kit
Intermediate
Gawthorpe Cherry Tree Kit
Delight in nature's elegance with the Gawthorpe Cherry Tree Kit. This design features a beautifully detailed cherry tree, capturing the essence of springtime. Perfect for those seeking a project that combines natural beauty with artistic detail. Delight in nature's elegance with the Gawthorpe Cherry Tree Kit. This design features a beautifully detailed cherry tree, capturing the essence of springtime. Perfect for...
Glamis Dog Kit Glamis Dog Kit
Beginner
Glamis Dog Kit
Featuring a charming King Charles Spaniel, the Glamis Dog replicates one of many animals featured on a set of 17th Century bed hangings at Glamis Castle.  Stitched by Lady Helen Middleton (wife of the 3rd Earl of Strathmore) and her daughters, the original embroideries now hang in King Malcolm's Room within the castle. Featuring a charming King Charles Spaniel, the Glamis Dog replicates one of many animals featured on a set of 17th Century bed hangings at Glamis...
Elizabethan Acorn Kit Elizabethan Acorn Kit
Beginner
Elizabethan Acorn Kit
Celebrate the English Oak Tree with the Elizabethan Acorn Kit. Replicated from a set of bed hangings at Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire, this design showcases a roundel of acorns and oak leaves in a medley of interesting Crewel techniques. Completed in a naturalistic, Arts & Crafts colour palette, this design is ideal for beginners and the perfect accompaniment to the Autumn season. Celebrate the English Oak Tree with the Elizabethan Acorn Kit. Replicated from a set of bed hangings at Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire, this design showcases...
Georgian Bouquet Kit - Pre-Order Georgian Bouquet Kit - Pre-Order
Advanced
Georgian Bouquet Kit - Pre-Order
Bring timeless floral opulence into your home with the Georgian Bouquet Special Edition Kit. Inspired by early 20th-century interpretations of 18th-century design, this stunning crewel embroidery project is mostly stitched in double thread for faster progress and richer detail. Perfect for experienced stitchers looking to elevate their skills.   Bring timeless floral opulence into your home with the Georgian Bouquet Special Edition Kit. Inspired by early 20th-century interpretations of 18th-century design, this stunning crewel...
Ophelia's Fox Kit Ophelia's Fox Kit
Intermediate
Ophelia's Fox Kit
Enjoy the best of our Aesop's Mirror Frame with our Ophelia's Fox Kit. This charming design features a swift fox running amidst vibrant flora. Stitched in a range of core techniques this design in particular offers a chance to practice contoured Long & Short Stitch. Enjoy the best of our Aesop's Mirror Frame with our Ophelia's Fox Kit. This charming design features a swift fox running amidst vibrant flora. Stitched...
A Hunting We Will Go Kit A Hunting We Will Go Kit
Advanced
A Hunting We Will Go Kit
Embark on a stitching adventure with A Hunting We Will Go Kit. This substantial design, featuring a lively hunting scene is the perfect introduction to large format designs. With plenty of stitching over a wide area, this design will have you hooked on Crewel Work in no time. Making use of a double thread throughout, this design allows you to make significant progress with your embroidery quickly. Embark on a stitching adventure with A Hunting We Will Go Kit. This substantial design, featuring a lively hunting scene is the perfect introduction to...
Dunollie Feathers Kit Dunollie Feathers Kit
Intermediate
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. 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...
Jacobean Peacock Kit Jacobean Peacock Kit
Advanced
Jacobean Peacock Kit
Marvel at the splendour of the Jacobean Peacock Kit. This early-20th Century design features a majestic peacock, surrounded by traditional Jacobean motifs, offering a rich and detailed project. The Peacock, which would have signified immortal life in an embroidery of the 17th Century, has evolved into a proud and vibrant bird, showing off fashionable purple and jade colours, which were ‘all the rage’ in late-Victorian and early-Edwardian eras. Marvel at the splendour of the Jacobean Peacock Kit. This early-20th Century design features a majestic peacock, surrounded by traditional Jacobean motifs, offering a rich...
Spring Iris Kit Spring Iris Kit
Beginner
Spring Iris Kit
Spring Iris is a perfect introduction to the joys of classic crewel stitches, especially in Long and Short Stitch, for building your skill and confidence in this creative technique. In this design, the fine wool embroidery threads encourage you to blend gently changing blues as you work long, elegant stitches on the delicate petals. Perfect for adding a burst of colour and life to your embroidery collection. Spring Iris is a perfect introduction to the joys of classic crewel stitches, especially in Long and Short Stitch, for building your skill and confidence...
Elizabethan Scrolls Kit Elizabethan Scrolls Kit
Intermediate
Elizabethan Scrolls Kit
Take a deep dive into 16th Century embroidery with the Elizabethan Scrolls Kit. This design features intricate scrollwork and floral motifs, a classic Elizabethan design device, offering a sophisticated project with an abundance of embroidery techniques to enjoy.  Stitched in a colourful array of Appletons Wools, this design is quick to complete and the perfect project for the advancing beginner. Take a deep dive into 16th Century embroidery with the Elizabethan Scrolls Kit. This design features intricate scrollwork and floral motifs, a classic Elizabethan design...
Rowan Tree Kit Rowan Tree Kit
Intermediate
Rowan Tree Kit
Celebrate Arts & Crafts elegance with the Rowan Tree Kit. This design features swirling foliage with vibrant red rowan berries, stitched in a wonderful and interesting combination of crewel techniques. Inspired by the plasterwork friezes at Blackwell House in the Lake District, this design is a celebration of the Arts & Crafts era. Celebrate Arts & Crafts elegance with the Rowan Tree Kit. This design features swirling foliage with vibrant red rowan berries, stitched in a wonderful and...
Jacobean Sampler Kit Jacobean Sampler Kit
Beginner
Jacobean Sampler Kit
Begin your embroidery journey with the Jacobean Sampler Beginner Kit. Created with the absolute beginner in mind, this design features all the core techniques needed for Crewel Work. Ideal for beginners looking to explore traditional embroidery techniques. Begin your embroidery journey with the Jacobean Sampler Beginner Kit. Created with the absolute beginner in mind, this design features all the core techniques needed...
Aesop's Animals Kit Aesop's Animals Kit
Advanced
Aesop's Animals Kit
Delight in storytelling with the Aesop's Animals Set. This charming collection, which offers our Aesop's Mirror Frame designs in more manageable, individual designs, is a wonderful project to take one step at a time. With plenty of techniques to learn and perfect, stitch these whimsical creatures as gifts or collect the set. Delight in storytelling with the Aesop's Animals Set. This charming collection, which offers our Aesop's Mirror Frame designs in more manageable, individual designs, is a...
Aesop's Mirror Frame Kit Aesop's Mirror Frame Kit
Advanced
Aesop's Mirror Frame Kit
Reflect timeless tales with the Aesop's Mirror Frame Kit. This design features motifs inspired by Aesop's fables, offering a narrative-rich project. Ideal for creating a meaningful and decorative piece that tells a story through embroidery. As you work your way around the mirror, you will build your core crewel skills, perfecting your practice by the time you reach the final most advanced animal, the Peacock. Reflect timeless tales with the Aesop's Mirror Frame Kit. This design features motifs inspired by Aesop's fables, offering a narrative-rich project. Ideal for creating a...
The Scottish Play Kit The Scottish Play Kit
Advanced
The Scottish Play Kit
Find your embroidery flair with the Scottish Play Crewel Work Kit. This unusual design replicates a 17th Century pillowe which adorns a Charles I walnut ebonised day bed, which sits in the crypt at Glamis Castle in Angus, Scotland. Glamis Castle is connected to Macbeth (also referred to as The Scottish Play in theatrical circles) because Shakespeare gives his infamous character the title Thane of Glamis. Although the current castle was built after the real Macbeth’s time, local tradition associates him with the area and with legends that helped shape the play. Featuring extravagantly oversized floral motifs, the original embroidery was likely... Find your embroidery flair with the Scottish Play Crewel Work Kit. This unusual design replicates a 17th Century pillowe which adorns a Charles I walnut...
The Muncaster Bed Hanging Kit The Muncaster Bed Hanging Kit
Advanced
The Muncaster Bed Hanging Kit
Step into Jacobean splendour with The Muncaster Bed Hanging Kit — a showstopping recreation of one of the most important pieces in the Muncaster Castle Textile Collection. Rich in history and scale, this Special Edition kit captures the vibrant colours and intricate crewel work of the original 17th-century masterpiece. Each purchase helps preserve this historic embroidery legacy. Step into Jacobean splendour with The Muncaster Bed Hanging Kit — a showstopping recreation of one of the most important pieces in the Muncaster Castle...
The Restoration Pillowe Kit The Restoration Pillowe Kit
Advanced
The Restoration Pillowe Kit
Revel in the historical elegance of The Restoration Pillowe Kit. This design is replicated from an extraordinary set of 17th Century Pillowes, which Phillipa has recreated in the original Jacobean colours. A substantial embroidery, this design offers a full-fat crewel experience. Revel in the historical elegance of The Restoration Pillowe Kit. This design is replicated from an extraordinary set of 17th Century Pillowes, which Phillipa has...
King Ho Ho Bird Kit King Ho Ho Bird Kit
Intermediate
King Ho Ho Bird Kit
Add a touch of whimsy with the King Ho Ho Bird Kit. This playful design features an exotic bird amidst unusual floral motifs, offering a lively and engaging project. This jolly bird is replicated from an important set of early 18th Century bed hangings in our own collection. Add a touch of whimsy with the King Ho Ho Bird Kit. This playful design features an exotic bird amidst unusual floral motifs, offering a...
Jacobean Hunt Kit Jacobean Hunt Kit
Advanced
Jacobean Hunt Kit
Our best-selling advanced design, the Jacobean Hunt is an absolute masterclass in 17th Century embroidery.  Sink your needle into an extravagant array of stitches as you complete this joyful hunting scene. Our best-selling advanced design, the Jacobean Hunt is an absolute masterclass in 17th Century embroidery.  Sink your needle into an extravagant array of stitches as...
We Three Kings Kit We Three Kings Kit
Intermediate
We Three Kings Kit
This vibrant design depicts a nativity scene detail from the 1650 Altar Frontal.  The three kings are shown in early 17th Century court dress and Mary and Joseph are in the more modest clothing of the time. Enjoy the simplicity of stitching in one colour and play with a range of historic crewel work techniques featured on the original embroidery, including. The design is an ideal size for a Christmas cushion or looks lovely simply framed. This vibrant design depicts a nativity scene detail from the 1650 Altar Frontal.  The three kings are shown in early 17th Century court dress and...
Rabbits at Dawn Kit Rabbits at Dawn Kit
Beginner
Rabbits at Dawn Kit
A complete embroidery kit that gives you everything you need to relax, learn about needlework, and create a heirloom-quality piece you'll be proud to gift or display. A complete embroidery kit that gives you everything you need to relax, learn about needlework, and create a heirloom-quality piece you'll be proud to gift...
Bird on a Bough Kit Bird on a Bough Kit
Advanced
Bird on a Bough Kit
Advance your embroidery technique with the Bird on a Bough Kit. This classic design captures a serene bird perched on a vibrant flower, surrounded by delicate foliage. Perfect for those who enjoy densely stitched Crewel Work in the Jacobean style. During our research we have studied this same late 17th Century design on bed hangings in many different locations. We believe that all were originally designed in a Broderer's workshop in England. Advance your embroidery technique with the Bird on a Bough Kit. This classic design captures a serene bird perched on a vibrant flower, surrounded by...
Jacobean Stag Kit Jacobean Stag Kit
Intermediate
Jacobean Stag Kit
One of our best selling intermediate kits, the Jacobean Stag features a proud stag surrounded by an arc of foliage.  A great introduction to contoured Long & Short Stitch, this design offers the embroiderer a manageable design in the classic Jacobean style One of our best selling intermediate kits, the Jacobean Stag features a proud stag surrounded by an arc of foliage.  A great introduction to contoured...
Phoenix & Tree Kit Phoenix & Tree Kit
Intermediate
Phoenix & Tree Kit
This enchanting design features a majestic phoenix perched amidst detailed tree branches, symbolizing renewal and strength. Stitched in the perfect medley of soft pinks, greens and blues, the Phoenix & Tree kit offers a balanced design for the intermediate embroiderer. This enchanting design features a majestic phoenix perched amidst detailed tree branches, symbolizing renewal and strength. Stitched in the perfect medley of soft pinks, greens...
Running Hare Kit Running Hare Kit
Intermediate
Running Hare Kit
Part of a series of designs, which include classic as well as rare crewel work stitches, the Running Hare kit features plenty of variety to keep you entertained. Completing this kit will equip you to progress to any larger design in our range. Part of a series of designs, which include classic as well as rare crewel work stitches, the Running Hare kit features plenty of variety to...
Elizabethan Oakapple Tree Kit Elizabethan Oakapple Tree Kit
Intermediate
Elizabethan Oakapple Tree Kit
Celebrate Elizabethan embroidery with our Oakapple Tree Kit. This design features a stylised oak tree in a beautiful array of greens, browns and pinks. One of our most popular designs, the Oakapple is perfect for those who appreciate traditional embroidery and wish to create a piece that echoes the elegance of Elizabethan needlework. Celebrate Elizabethan embroidery with our Oakapple Tree Kit. This design features a stylised oak tree in a beautiful array of greens, browns and pinks. One...
Lady Anne's Flowers Kit Lady Anne's Flowers Kit
Intermediate
Lady Anne's Flowers Kit
The Lady Anne's Flowers is one of our all-time favourite designs. Replicated from a 17th Century pillowe in our own historic crewel work collection, this design offers a window to a time when embroidery experienced a surge in popularity in Britain. Rich in colour and extravagantly stitched, this design represents the best of historic British crewel work. The Lady Anne's Flowers is one of our all-time favourite designs. Replicated from a 17th Century pillowe in our own historic crewel work collection, this...
Tumbling Feathers Kit Tumbling Feathers Kit
Beginner
Tumbling Feathers Kit
Capture the elegance of nature with our Tumbling Feathers Kit. This design beautifully showcases cascading feathers in intricate detail, offering a serene and sophisticated project for embroidery enthusiasts. Perfect for adding a touch of grace to your living space. Capture the elegance of nature with our Tumbling Feathers Kit. This design beautifully showcases cascading feathers in intricate detail, offering a serene and sophisticated project...
Rabbits Kit Rabbits Kit
Beginner
Rabbits Kit
Featuring playful rabbits nestled among vibrant flora, our Rabbits kit offers a delightful stitching experience. Ideal for both beginners and seasoned embroiderers, this design replicates a section of the Tree of Life design in our advanced range. Featuring playful rabbits nestled among vibrant flora, our Rabbits kit offers a delightful stitching experience. Ideal for both beginners and seasoned embroiderers, this design replicates...

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