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A classic design inspired by the beautiful tile work seen in Italianate architecture. The tile is outlined by drawn threads, embellished and reinforced with Antique Hem Stitch, and decorated with Satin stitch and Bullion knot motifs, and the whole item is constructed into a delightful little bag, us...

Punto Perugino embroidery is an embroidery style that imitates Perugian weaving of the Umbria region, a traditional jacquard weave that produces a smooth satin-like pattern that stands forward of the main fabric. The Florentine Lily design incorporates the classic acanthus scrolls alongside a stylis...

Inspired by secluded courtyards featuring ornate lily ponds, this design features an abundance of waterlily motifs in a structured courtyard pond, softened by the vines curling over the walls.A textural treat from the smooth lustre of the satin stitch border to the bold textural vines, and bullion l...

Inspired by the remarkable mosaic and tessellated tiled floors in Italy, this design reflects the stark hardness of the tiles in the strong defined borders, softened with the white lily motif representing the Italian national flower.The smooth lustre and texture of the satin stitch contrasts with th...

As this kit is no longer produced I have replaced the product with the INSTRUCTION BOOKLET ONLY.The Compact Travel Needlecase has a sturdy linen outer, two wool flannel pages for needles and pins, and a tether for small scissors so that they can't get misplaced;  keep it secure with a magnetic c...

A classic design inspired by the beautiful tile work seen in Italianate architecture. The tiles outlined by drawn threads, embellished and reinforced with Antique Hem Stitch, are decorated with  Satin stitch and Bullion knot motifs, and the whole item is completed with a traditional folded hem.This...

The Reticella provides just the touch of whimsy to the orderliness of the classic Punto Antico surround. This technique binds the fabric threads to form the mesh on which the lace is worked, giving the project the inherent strength of the linen background, whilst maintaining an airy feel to the lace...

The Deruta Sfilato Perfume Sachet is an adaptation of the Deruta Sfilato style. Whilst the technique is the same, this example is produced on much finer fabric than the origianl style would indicate to use. Worked on 40ct linen this sachet highlights the adaptability of the Deruta technique.The enc...

The gives the look of lace but is a sturdy hard-wearing item that will grace your living area but is also delightfully practical.Worked on 18ct linen the pattern is woven back into areas of the prepared net using Pearl threads. The lustre of Pearl thread a beautiful contrast to the matt linen backgr...

The gives the look of lace but is a sturdy hard-wearing item that will grace your living area but is also delightfully practical. Worked on 18ct linen the pattern is woven back into areas of the prepared net using Pearl threads. The lustre of Pearl thread a beautiful contrast to the matt linen backg...

Il Retino, the technique of producing net from linen and embellishing with woven designs, is one of the classical Punto Antico styles. This technique binds the fabric threads to form a fine mesh on which the weaving is worked, giving the project the inherent strength of the linen background, whi...

The Reticella provides just the touch of whimsy to the orderliness of the classic border of Punto Antico embroidery. The Reticella technique binds the fabric threads to form the mesh on which the lace is worked, giving the project the inherent strength of the linen background, whilst maintaining an...

The Reticella provides just the touch of whimsy to the orderliness of the classic border of Casalguidi embroidery. The Reticella technique binds the fabric threads to form the mesh on which the lace is worked, giving the project the inherent strength of the linen background, whilst maintaining an a...

The Reticella provides just the touch of whimsy to the orderliness of the classic border of Punto Perugino embroidery. The Reticella technique binds the fabric threads to form the mesh on which the lace is worked, giving the project the inherent strength of the linen background, whilst maintaining ...

The Reticella provides just the touch of whimsy to the orderliness of the classic border of Caterina da’ Medici embroidery. The Reticella technique binds the fabric threads to form the mesh on which the lace is worked, giving the project the inherent strength of the linen background, whilst mai...

A sampler of eight styles of Ukrainian embroidery. Some traditionally whitework, and others worked in colour, alongside traditional Ukrainian floral cross-stitch designs.Some of the techniques included are: Latana (needle-weaving), Zatiahanka, Obmana (false cutwork techniques), Vyrizuvannya and Polt...

A sampler of small pieces from the drawn thread techniques originating in countries such as Russia, Ukraine, Italy, France, Germany, and Norway. The Drawn Thread techniques range from the simple, drawn in one direction, to those drawn in two directions and cutwork.Each motif can be stitched as part ...

An introduction to Drawn Thread Embroidery techniques, this booklet provides full instructions for a beginner to this technique. The drawing of threads from fabric then embellishing the spaces to produce a lace-like finish has roots in many cultures. Stitches included in this sampler: Antique Hem S...

The Reticella provides just the touch of whimsy to the of the tissue pocket. This technique binds the fabric threads to form the mesh on which the lace is worked, giving the project the inherent strength of the linen background, whilst maintaining an airy feel to the lace. Designed to keep your di...

The Reticella provides just the touch of whimsy to the orderliness of the classic border of Caterina da’ Medici embroidery. The Reticella technique binds the fabric threads to form the mesh on which the lace is worked, giving the project the inherent strength of the linen background, whilst mai...

The Reticella provides just the touch of whimsy to the orderliness of the classic border of Caterina da’ Medici embroidery. The Reticella technique binds the fabric threads to form the mesh on which the lace is worked, giving the project the inherent strength of the linen background, whilst mai...

A classic design inspired by the stunning walled gardens seen in Italianate architecture. The garden walls, worked in four-sided stitch, enclose a drawn thread Lily Pond motif, and the gardens are embellished with a simple but effective repeating floral motif, and completed with a traditional fold...

A classic design inspired the lovely rose trellises in many gardens around the world. The trellis, worked in four-sided stitch, satin stitch and whipped backstitch provides a simple  framework for the repeating Rose motifs, surrounded by a traditional Peahole hem.A simple but effective repeati...

A wonderful way to showcase this traditional technique. The lace-like effect is created with pulled thread embroidery resulting from the fabric threads being distorted by the tightly pulled working thread. As pulled thread embroidery involves no cutting it does not weaken the fabric in any way. Th...