Embroidery in Three British Castles - Book
Discover the rich heritage of British needlework in Needlework in Three British Castles, a beautifully curated book by The Crewel Work Company. This edition explores the historic textile collections of Muncaster Castle, Glamis Castle, and Gawthorpe Hall, showcasing their remarkable embroidery pieces and the stories behind them. With exclusive insights and stunning imagery, this book celebrates the artistry of embroidery and its enduring legacy.
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You might be wondering
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.
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Shipping & 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.
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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.
