A Notebook of Sampler Stitches
Bennett, Eileen
self-published, Grandville MI, 1990
50 of the most common stitches as seen in early 17th C. samplers. Quite useful to a solid understanding of the stitches and how they were used. SB
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A Book of Old Embroidery with Articles by A. F. Kendrick
A Book of Old Embroidery with Articles by A. F. Kendrick, Louisa F. Pesel, & E. W. Newberry
Holme, Geoffrey, Ed.
The Studio, Ltd., London, 1921
The book is a survey of world embroidery with comments by the main experts of the time. The pictures include a number of textiles from the 14th-16th C with commentary on stitches, threads, and ground fabrics. Many items are from private collections. Good research material. SB
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Golden Beltane Napkin Project
If you are interested in getting involved in a project please click the Mentors & Ministers above for contact information.
Continuing Projects
Golden Beltane Napkin Project
It’s time to start thinking about (and stitching on!) our napkins for Golden Beltane.
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New Website Design
Same location, similar look, but we have updated our website to make it (hopefully) easier to edit and to show links to our Facebook where most planning is taking place.
Guild Meeting, October 2015
We had a meeting at October Crown, and here are the minutes:
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Monogrammed Handkerchiefs
We have a request for largesse for HRH Ariela, coordinated by the fabulous Ula Paulsen.
We’ve been asked to create monogrammed handkerchiefs that HRH Ariela can have at hand in court, and distribute “in the moment” if someone gets teary.
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Guild Meeting, March 2015
We had a meeting at March Crown last weekend. It was a fun, lively group. Thank you to all who attended–especially the new folks!
Here are the minutes and announcements:
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New Facebook Group
The Guild now has a presence on social media: Visit us on Facebook
“Welcome to the West Kingdom Needleworkers Guild!
We’re a group of fiber artists who study historical needlework and make all kinds of great stuff for ourselves, our friends, our Principalities, and our Kingdom.
The WKNG is part of the West Kingdom of the SCA. But all are welcome! Whether you’re an embroidery Laurel or you’re not sure how to hold a threaded needle (but you want to), join us! This is a great place to ask questions, get tips, and see photos of other members’ work.”
Guild Meeting, June 2014
Save the date for the Next Guild Meeting at A&S Tourney June 7, 2014
Guild Meeting, April 2014
Guild Meeting at Market Faire 2014
Saturday April 19th at the Pavilion with the Guild Banner 11:30AM
There will be Demo and Classes please come (bring your chair)
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