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  • 14th century French pouch 1,  Embroidery,  Medieval Embroidery

    14th century French Pouch .1 – sneak peek progress .5

    2014/03/06

    You know that I am very busy working at my project, but I took some time to take photos for you of my recent progress and to post another “sneak peek progress” for you – enjoy 😀

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  • Basics,  Embroidery,  German Brick Stitch,  How to start a new thread

    Medieval Embroidery Basics – how to start a new thread / “sew in the thread” :)

    2014/03/05

    I normally don’t care much about the “basic” techniques I use because… Well, actually there is no because – I “just”use them. Though they come rather natural to me, it seems like they are not so basic to others like I thought. While I was chatting with a member of my blog about my recent tutorials, I was rather surprised to get to know that what I considered “common” knowledge was rather new to her. Therefore I decided for the future also to take a look at my simple and basic steps and to share them from time to time. I am starting today by adding the new category “Basic” to…

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  • 14th century French pouch 1,  Cleo,  Embroidery,  Materials,  Wool-Silk Thread

    14th century French Pouch .1 – sneak peek progress .4

    2014/03/05

    Yes, I know that my helpful little cat Cleo(patra) has her own fans and yes, I know that you miss the photos I posted of her during the last years. …and I have great news for all the cat fans among you – I put all photos of Cleo on my tablet and during the next weeks and months I will go through this photo albums and find the most cutest pics for you and share them… I promise! 😀

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  • 14th century French pouch 1,  14th century projects,  Embroidery,  Medieval Embroidery,  Projects

    14th century French Pouch .1 – sneak peek progress .3

    2014/03/04

    …the main part of the first quarter of the 14th century French pouch is nearly finished and I already started with the second quarter… I love the red color… 😀 Enjoy! 🙂

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  • 14th century French pouch 1,  14th century projects,  Embroidery,  Medieval Embroidery,  Projects

    14th century French Pouch .1 – sneak peek progress .2

    2014/03/03

    During the last days I primarily focused on my current project and therefore I have some new progress pics for you – enjoy 😀

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  • Impressions,  Misc.,  Photos,  Vienna

    Impressions from Vienna – Schönbrunn – welcome to the 18th century

    2014/03/02

    It is sunday again and I went for another walk through the beautiful palace garden of the Schönbrunn palace. It seemed to me that some of you very enjoyed the pictures I took the last time, therefore I took again some pictures during my walk for you. There are so many ways one can take through the palace garden of Schönbrunn and every weekend I try to take another way. Again also this time – I took a completely different way. Therefore I have some nice pictures and information especially of “The Obelisk Fountain”, the remains of the “nordöstliche Trophäengruppe” and the “Gloriette” for you this time. I hope you will enjoy…

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  • Blog - Racaire's Embroidery & Needlework,  FAQ,  Misc.

    FAQ – concerning my new blog – why I restrict content to registered members

    2014/03/02

    FAQ – concerning my new blog No, you don’t need to have a wordpress account – you can still access my new blog without an account and also see a lot of my content. Due to recent copyright issues, I have elected to protect my efforts and research by creating a more secure format. After I took down my blog completely I was contacted by multiple viewers and asked to start blogging again and they proposed a membership system. I liked this idea of posting in a protected environment because it will prevent my content from further copyright issues as well as any further information and tutorials I am going to…

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  • #1 Needle Roll,  Craft with Racaire,  Embroidery

    Craft with Racaire – Project #1 – Needle-roll #1 – Final result & Summery of all Steps

    2014/03/02

    The final result of my first project for “Craft with Racaire” – Needle-roll #1 Summary of all links & content for “Craft with Racaire” – Project #1 – Needle-roll #1: 1st step & posting: “Craft with Racaire – Needle-roll #1“ This step is about getting all the materials for the embroidery together and some basic tips & hints concerning choosing your materials. 2nd step & posting: “Craft with Racaire – Needle-roll #1 & German Brick Stitch Pattern #2” This step explains how to read the chart of my German Brick Stitch Pattern #2. Furthermore some tips and tricks are provided how you work this technique and how you can simplify your life when…

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  • #1 Needle Roll,  Craft with Racaire,  Embroidery,  German Brick Stitch,  German Brick Stitch Pattern #2

    Craft with Racaire – Project #1 – Step 5 – Summery

    2014/03/02

    …and finally we will finish the needle-roll – the last work at the padding, we make the cords for the closing & rather fast and easy tassels:

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  • #1 Needle Roll,  Adornments,  Craft with Racaire,  Embroidery,  German Brick Stitch,  German Brick Stitch Pattern #2,  Hand-Sewing,  Tassels

    Craft with Racaire – Project #1 – Step 5.3 – finishing – fast and easy tassels… :)

    2014/03/01

    This posting is about: “how to make fast and easy tassels…” …at the end of a cord. Yes, there is a very fast and rather easy way to make this cute small tassels which you can see at the picture underneath: …and here a description of what you need and how you can make them:

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Customer Reviews

  • positive review  Racaire's knowledge & skill makes her one of the finest craftsmen of her generation. If you are in need of beautifully rendered, meticulously constructed, & well documented period garments, accessories, or advice for planning a period-themed event or production, you are in safe hands with Racaire.

    Donna Rice-Bassett Avatar Donna Rice-Bassett
    2019/07/28

    positive review  Racaire made and appliqué and embroidered Rose hood for me as a commissioned present. It is stunning, the skill and attention to detail are superb. It is one of the most beautiful things I own. Wool with silk and gold work.

    Talina Davis Avatar Talina Davis
    2021/01/12

    positive review  I placed my order and a few days later my package arrived. It was perfect. It was everything I wanted it to be. Nothing to dislike here. Highly recommend.

    Bill Bush Avatar Bill Bush
    2020/05/20
  • positive review  Ordered the octopus stamped fabric. They were a dream to work with!! Patiently answered all my questions and when I finally made my decision the fabric was shipped and arrived very quickly!! I definitely recommend Racaire’s Workshop for any really cool custom stamped fabrics!!

    Betsy DeBottis Avatar Betsy DeBottis
    2019/09/15

    had the lovely experience of wandering into this pop-up shop at an EMP event. not only is the seller one of the absolute sweetest people (and extremely historically knowledgeable!) but her items are also all extremely high quality and more than worth the cost. i bought two coifs and was very pleased with how comfortable they were while also remaining steadfast on my head without needing any sort of pins.

    Emilia Sunderland Avatar Emilia Sunderland
    2022/09/22

    I ordered a custom nail bound hat in my groups colors. It came quicker than expected and was amazing quality. Now I look like a fancy viking merchant! would definitely buy from again!

    Nicholas Adrius Avatar Nicholas Adrius
    2023/05/18

Sneak peek at my Shop

  • Handprinted black cotton canvas patch with 13th century dragon print for your sewing & crafting projects. Hand printed with my own hand carved stamp. New, pre-washed & machine washable! Cotton patch with 13th century dragon print - black/white $4.00
  • Handprinted black linen patch with 13th century dragon print for your sewing & crafting projects. Hand printed with my own hand carved stamp. New, pre-washed & machine washable! Linen patch with 13th century dragon print - black/green $4.00
  • Small cotton coif/arming cap made from lovely white cotton fabric, handprinted in red with a handcut medieval inspired rose stamp. Machine washable! Small cotton coif/arming cap in white/red with rose print $30.00
  • Medium black linen coif/arming cap made from black linen fabric, handprinted in white with a handcut medieval inspired rose stamp. Machine washable! Medium linen coif/arming cap in black/white with rose print $30.00
  • Soft, cozy & warm magenta scarf with yellow 12th century print. Hand printed with my own hand carved stamps. The scarf is new, pre-washed, ready to wear & machine washable! Scarf with 12th century print - purple (magenta)/yellow $59.00

Most recent top posts:

  • Feb 21, 2025 Let’s call it an update…
  • Nov 15, 2020 Lazarus mi-parti linen tunic for Count Tristan Greymane – King of The Burning Lands (Amtgard)
  • Aug 30, 2020 Thoughts on mastering medieval embroidery
  • Jan 14, 2020 Blockprinting & stamp cutting – my new obsessions…
  • Dec 28, 2019 …a little 7th to 9th century doll tunic…

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