Embroidery, Etiquette, Side Projects, and More — Broiderie stitch
How Do You Make Lace?
A brief overview on types of handmade lace and their history. The origins of bobbin and needle lace as well as the earliest lacemaking machines. The duties of a lace maker, lace cutter, and pattern drafter in a lace workshop.
Deerfield Embroidery – A Look at the Stitches
A look at some of the iconic stitches used in Deerfield embroidery, how they're made and why they were chosen.
Deerfield Embroidery - Local History
Our next butterfly in the Butterflies of the World series doesn’t come from an exotic locale – instead it hails from the sleepy little town of Deerfield, Massachusetts, about an hour away from our studio. Deerfield embroidery is a strange mix – at once severe and exuberant, sturdily made and a little whimsical, just like the women who developed Deerfield embroidery. Picking though the influences in it is a study in local history itself.
Wallachian Butterfly is Finished!
Our Wallachian work butterfly is finally complete! From initial research to color matching, tracing, and stitching, this project has been a notable addition to our Butterflies of the World series.
Looking Back on 2018 and Ahead to 2019
2018 was a big year for the shop! Here's a look at the highlights and a bit of news for what's coming up.