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Dunollie Rose & Honeysuckle Kit

by Deborah Wilding

A re-imagined version of a previously available design, the Dunolle Rose & Honeysuckle brings to life a collection of 17th century fragments from Dunollie Castle, Scotland. 

Created by Deborah Wilding and part of a pair of designs from the same historic embroidery, this vibrant floral spray features a rose, honeysuckle and three balancing leaves in an array of acid greens, all put together in a classical Elizabethan arrangement to mimic the original.

Stitched in a rich selection of thirteen shades of DeVere silks and vibrant Japanese gold thread, this design offers a project rich in colour and texture. Practice Elizabethan Spider’s Web, Elizabethan Braid Stitch, Surface Couching, Ladder Stitch, Herringbone, Reversed Chain, Long & Short Shading, Block Shading, and Split Stitch.

PRODUCT AVAILABLE 23 NOVEMBER!

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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 Evenweave Linen
  • Calico Backing Fabric
  • 13 DeVere Silk Threads
  • Gilt Thread
  • 3 Needles
  • 24-page Stitch Instruction Booklet
  • A4 Stitch Chart
  • A4 Colour Poster

Supporting the Dunollie Preservation Trust

Each purchase of this kit provides much-needed income to conserve historic embroideries at Dunollie Castle, in Oban Scotland.

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Origins of the Design

Elizabethan Fragments from Dunollie Castle

Dating from around 1610, this lavish piece of embroidery showcases extravagant silk work at its best. Many well preserved fragments remain of the original artefact as well as the larger section shown here.

For her recreation, Deborah has chosen the quartet of flowers featuring a rose, pansy, and borage, all of which come together in a beautiful composition of stitch and colour.

The MacDougalls of Dunollie, like other Scottish noble families at the time, were adopting English trends following the Union of the Crowns. This piece of embroidery may have been part of a fashionable bodice typical of the time, with its coloured silks, and luxurious gold metallic thread.

Meet Your Tutor

Deborah Wilding

United Kingdom

Deborah Wilding is a distinguished embroidery artist. With a background in fine arts, Deborah has developed a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the natural world, which is reflected in her exquisite embroidery designs.

Kit Details

What size is the design?

Design size: 15x 18 cm (6 x 7 in)
Fabric size: 40 x 40 cm (15 ¾ x 15¾ in)

What stitches are featured in the design?

Block Stitch, Long & Short, Split Stitch, Straight Stitch, Herringbone, Surface Couching, Elizabethan Braid Stitch, Ladder Stitch, and Elizabethan Spider’s Web

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 16 inch Slate Frame or other frame of your choice. You will also need a pair of scissors and a thimble if you use one

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.

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.

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.

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