This kit supports the Glamis Textile Collection
Each purchase of this kit provides much-needed income to conserve historic embroideries at Glamis Castle, in Angus Scotland.
View the CollectionCecilia's Countess Pillowe Kit
by
Phillipa Turnbull
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.
Intermediate
Kit Includes
Kit Includes
The materials in this kit have been sourced sustainably from suppliers we know and trust, and with whom Phillipa has built relationships over decades. Our linen twill is woven in Britain, to our precise historic specifications, by one of the few remaining mills in the country. Our wool is supplied by Appletons Wools, a thriving British family business we are proud to recommend as the maker of the finest quality crewel wools. Through the creation of our kits, we are proud to support and represent British artisan manufacturers, and every element has been carefully considered for its quality and longevity.
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Pure Linen Twill with printed outline
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Appletons Wool Skeins
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4 Needles (for double and single thread)
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A3 Stitch Chart
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Stitch Instructions
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A3 Colour Poster
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Postcards of each Design
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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 Design
Glamis Countess Pillowe
What size is the design?
Design: 38 cm (14.96 in) H × 53 cm (20.87 in) W
Fabric: 58 × 73 cm (22.83 × 28.74 in)
What stitches are featured in the design?
Long & Short Stitch, French Knots, Pistil Stitch
What else will I need?
An 8 or 10 inch embroidery hoop with paddle or barrel clamp base. You can purchase a frame here.
How we give back
How we give back
We are passionate about keeping embroidery alive for future generations and supporting the talented artisans as well as the collection owners and arts industry professionals involved in their care.
Where possible, we donate (based on the sale price) directly to the castle, country house, or institution that the original embroidery belongs to.
With this donation, we specifically support the care and conservation of the original historic embroideries in the respective collection, as well as the training of staff involved in its upkeep.
Where possible, we donate (based on the sale price) directly to the castle, country house, or institution that the original embroidery belongs to.
With this donation, we specifically support the care and conservation of the original historic embroideries in the respective collection, as well as the training of staff involved in its upkeep.
Delivery & Returns
Delivery & Returns
We ship worldwide from our studio in Cumbria, England. All physical orders are sent using tracked delivery services.
UK DELIVERY — £4.95
Tracked delivery, usually arriving within 2–3 working days of dispatch.
EU DELIVERY — £12.95
Currently available to France, the Netherlands, Ireland, Italy and Belgium. Delivery to other EU countries is temporarily paused while we complete new packaging registrations.
Visit our Delivery page for full international shipping information.
View the Glamis Castle Collection
How We Give Back
To Castles, Country Houses & Institutions
Where possible we donate 10% of the proceeds of the sale of a kit to the castle, country house, or institution that the original embroidery belongs to and to support the up keep of the original embroidery.
The amazing health benefits of practicing embroidery
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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.
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Regulates breath
Engaging in embroidery encourages mindful, rhythmic stitching, promoting focused breathing patterns that can induce a sense of calm and relaxation.
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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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Form deep social bonds
Our online community fosters connection through a shared creative space, encouraging communication and supporting the exchange of ideas, nurturing deep social bonds among members.
