#Medieval embroidery patterns free full#

I will add a link to it as soon as possible. Please call 07526 136968 or 01566 781012 to order, as their website is currently being revamped. They cut the fabric with plenty of extra to enable framing your finished blackwork kits. The kits include either Aida 14 count or 28 count evenweave fabric, DMC embroidery floss and metallic thread, tapestry needle, beads (for the knight) and a printed chart (so there is no need to order the downloadable pattern as well). The kits are fully inclusive and contain everything you need to stitch these designs, apart from scissors and an embroidery hoop. Order direct from my manufacturer if you want everything in one package. With a little experience, you will tackle the Knight and his lady with confidence.

#Medieval embroidery patterns free full#

If you haven't tried blackwork kits before, you might like to check out my Blackwork for Beginners ebook which includes 8 small designs and full instructions for this needlework technique.

But there is nothing to stop you hanging this framed pair side by side on your wall. My daydreaming ended as I realized that you may wish to stitch their portraits separately. The portrait would capture their love story forever. 'Take me with you' she whispered to him, as he gazed lovingly into her eyes. Her delicate hands kept her skirts from touching the ground and she turned to address her handsome companion. The lady was wearing a full-length gown and veil that billowed in the wind. When designing this pattern I imagined this demure medieval lady on the arm of a dashing knight. You can't see it in the photo, but her veil uses vertical running stitch lines to imitate the translucent fabric. The pattern used for her overdress is the same as the one used in the blackwork pears lesson so you can practice it using my step-by-step instructions before tackling this design. I think it will look very nice, and it will make a great gift for upcoming graduates.Simple enough for a beginner to stitch: this demure medieval lady uses black stranded cotton/floss and gold metallic thread.

I’m adapting one of the designs from the Designs, Period section for a small linen bookmark. They’re simple designs, but versatile.īesides embroidery, you’ll find a heap of other stuff: cordial recipes (both the historical ones and the modern adaptations), articles on different aspects of medieval history, and, for those interested in historical costume, a great section of costume plates that span the Anglo-Saxon through 16th century in English costumes. Other embroidery patterns include 16th century needlework Germanic borders, which are charted out for the embroiderer. It calls for several types of stitches – not just counted thread stitches – and silk and metal threads. The idea for this sampler is taken from a work in the Victoria and Albert Museum. While you’re at DragonBear, check out the Strawberries pattern, which is listed first on the Patterns section. They’re fun to browse through, inspirational, and useful! You’ll find detailed charts for borders, medieval motifs, and much more! There are over 250 designs in this section alone, and the designs come from different countries throughout medieval Europe. In that section, you’ll find heaps of plates of different motifs for embroidery. Be sure to check out Designs, Period in the links at the left side of the Patterns section. Here’s where you’ll find plenty of historical embroidery patterns, especially in counted thread techniques. See embroidery pattern medieval stock video. Of particular note for the embroiderer is the patterns section of DragonBear. 20,477 embroidery pattern medieval stock photos, 3D objects, vectors, and illustrations are available royalty-free.

The website is called DragonBear, and it touches on fine arts, crafts, items of historical and literary interest, and “whatever else” they decide to put on their site! It’s a pretty broad spectrum, so there’s plenty of material for a good browse-through. This site has it all – embroidery designs, fashion plates of historical costumes, and lots of interesting articles and tidbits about historical textiles.

Here’s a great textile and embroidery resource for anyone interested in historical embroidery, counted thread techniques, or costuming.