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History of Embroidery: Samplers

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There are a huge number of embroidery stitches - all based on simple movements of the needle. Before the widespread use of books and patterns "samplers" of stitches were often created. A sampler began simply as a piece of cloth with examples of stitches and patterns. These acted as reminders and pattern references - and were often handed down through the generations. Some were decorative, others practical (as in darning samplers). Left 1633, right mid 17th Century. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom).

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History of Embroidery: 1800-1899AD

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The Kings and Queens. Hanover to Windsor (continued). A high waisted evening dress of 1810-1811 embroidered in chenille thread. Sometimes the muslin would be embroidered all over with small motifs – often using tambour work. Sometimes panels were embroidered with drawn thread and white work. A muslin evening dress 1812-1815. Embroidered with single strands of very fine silk, the stalks are embroidered in silver gilt thread. Male dress at this time consisted of a fitted jacket and pantaloons that extended...

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History of Embroidery: 1900-1999AD

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The Kings and Queens. Hanover to Windsor (continued). Edward III 1936 (never crowned). The Coat of Arms of Edward VII. Embroidered by the RSN. Gold and silver thread with long and short stitches. Needleworkers in the twentieth century were influenced by a wide range of experiences, not available to their predecessors. They had unrivalled knowledge of past techniques and styles. There was access to a wider than ever range of natural and man-made materials and threads. Early twentieth century whitework.

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Textile Goddess: World Textile day - Part 2

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World Textile day - Part 2. Textile Traders had a beautiful selection of things to tempt. I seem to be having a bit of an “indigo moment". Thai handwoven silk scarf. Last, but not least, Lotus printing blocks. Think I will go and use these today…. . Posted by Helen Cowans. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Art and Textiles Website. Subscribe to our mailing list. Land of the Far Horizons. Bamburgh in the evening. World Textile Day - Part 4. World Textile Day - Part 3. World Textile day - Part 2.

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Textile Goddess: World Textile Day - Part 1a

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World Textile Day - Part 1a. I admit, I was photographing the other items from the world textile day,. When I couldn’t resist photographing the Indian toran again (with the “proper” camera, not just the iPad). So here we are…enjoy. Posted by Helen Cowans. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Art and Textiles Website. Subscribe to our mailing list. Land of the Far Horizons. Bamburgh in the evening. World Textile Day - Part 4. World Textile Day - Part 3. World Textile day - Part 2.

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Textile Goddess: Rose petals

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Deadheading roses - always seems so sad in one way, though of course it needs to be done. Gertrude Jekyll is doing well this year. Posted by Helen Cowans. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Art and Textiles Website. Subscribe to our mailing list. Land of the Far Horizons. Bamburgh in the evening. World Textile Day - Part 4. World Textile Day - Part 3. World Textile day - Part 2. World Textile Day - Part 1a. Simple template. Powered by Blogger.

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History of Embroidery: 1500-1599AD

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The Kings and Queens. Lady Jane Grey 1553. The Tudor Kings ruled from 1485 starting with Henry VII, who, by marrying Elizabeth of York, ended the War of the Roses. The Tudor reign, which continued until the death of Elizabeth I, brought a peaceful and prosperous era. Which in turn lead to a flourishing of the arts including extravagant embroidery. Henry VII was noted for his flamboyant padded and embroidered outfits. Henry VIII in later life 1537. Lady Mary Sidney 1555. The bodice has a high standing col...

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History of Embroidery: References

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Ashelforth, J. (1996). “The Art of Dress; Clothes and Society 1500-1914”. National Trust Enterprises Ltd. Beaney, J. (1985). “Stitches; New Approaches”. Batsford. Beaney, J. (1997). “Vanishing Act”. Double Trouble Enterprises. Beaney, J. Littlejohn, J. (1999). “Bonding and Beyond”. Double Trouble Enterprises. Browne, C., Wearden, J. (1999) “Samplers from the Victoria and Albert Museum”. V&A Publications. Crompton, R. (1936). “Modern Design in Embroidery”. Batsford. Stevens, H. (1994). “The ...Synge, L&#4...

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History of Embroidery: 2000-2004 AD

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Embroidery on costume continues to be either mass-produced or, if hand worked, the exclusive preserve of the rich, usually on evening wear. 2003 saw a resurgence of embroidered clothing as it became fashionable. Imports from India and China are common but the work is usually of a low standard. Innovative use of goldwork threads. Bonded and heated plastics stitched. Gwen Hedley. Computerised motif incorporated into a panel. Panel worked on water soluble fabric. 3D embroidery using paper and metal. The Emb...