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  • 10th to 15th century - medieval islamic inspired embroidery,  Bayeux Stitch,  Embroidery,  Embroidery Links,  Embroidery Patterns,  Islamic,  Islamic laid and couched work,  Materials,  Medieval Art,  Medieval Embroidery,  Medieval Embroidery,  Museum,  Museum - Online Collections,  OvO - Order of the velvet Owl - pouch,  Projects,  Refilsaum,  Wool-Silk Thread

    Gloria’s OvO pouch with medieval islamic inspired embroidery – my period inspiration :D

    2017/06/05

    My previous posting, “super secret project revealed: OvO pouch with medieval islamic inspired embroidery“, already contained a sneak peek at this very special embroidery project. And today I am going to show you the period inspiration for my medieval islamic inspired embroidery project. 🙂 But let’s talk about the project first. When I took on this project, I was already aware that it wouldn’t be a simple task for me. Being so close to the recipient – Gloria, my beloved mother-in-law – made this embroidery project easier but also much more difficult at the same time.

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  • Embroidery,  Embroidery Links,  Medieval Embroidery,  Medieval Embroidery,  Surface Couching,  Voided Work,  White Work

    Interesting links concerning medieval embroidery….

    2016/11/30

    After receiving a question from a good friend about books concerning 13th century embroidery and having some fun searching for academic papers related to embroidery, it seems like it is time again to share some interesting medieval embroidery related links with you. 🙂 First I would like to share a link which should be well known by now but just in case you are not aware of it yet – here it is again, my most favorite website about medieval embroidery: Historical Needlework Resources (http://medieval.webcon.net.au) This website is actually pretty old compared to many other websites but it is still one of the best ones when it comes to sources and pictures of medieval embroidery.…

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  • positive review  I've made 2 purchases from Racaire. both were of exceedingly high quality. She shipped fast and communicated quickly thru the whole process each time. I highly recommend her. I will go to her again when need arises without a doubt. Navah

    Aibinn Ingen Artain Avatar Aibinn Ingen
    2019/08/22

    positive review  Thank you so much for my beautiful Pelican. bag. The stamp is gorgeous. The bag is well made and I really look forward to using at an event soon. Wonderful work, highly recommended!

    Kathy Milne Whitaker Avatar Kathy Milne
    2019/10/09

    Fantastic communication and phenomenal craftspersonship. The beautiful octopus stamp work and high quality sewing for my pirate bandana was perfect. I recommend Racaire's Workshop, and I am already planning future purchases! May you have fair winds and following seas!

    Markland Griffith Avatar Markland Griffith
    2022/10/27
  • positive review  This woman is so amazingly talented and wonderful!!! She creates the most beautiful things!!! If you are looking for someone to create something for you - you have found her!!!

    Misty April Bushlow Avatar Misty April
    2019/10/16

    positive review  Friendly efficent service

    Gytha Ui Bhanain Avatar Gytha Ui
    2020/04/29

    Fantastic, beautiful work. I have a stamped scarf that always gets compliments. And I also just had a small commission completed. Great work with a reasonable turnaround time. I look forward to doing business in the future.

    Sly Symmank Avatar Sly Symmank
    2023/10/05

Sneak peek at my Shop

  • Large blue linen triskele coif/arming cap made from lovely blue linen fabric, handprinted in white with a hand carved large triskele stamp. Large linen coif/arming cap in blue/white with large triskele print $30.00
  • Large blue linen coif/arming cap made from lovely blue linen fabric, handprinted in white with a hand carved small triskele stamp. Large linen coif/arming cap in blue/white with small triskele print $30.00
  • L size red linen coif / arming cap made from nice red linen, printed by hand in white with a handcut ram head stamp. Ready to wear and machine washable! Large linen coif/arming cap in red/white with ram head print $30.00
  • Reversible hood / SCA fencing mask hood cover, lined with green cotton canvas for extra safety. Hood is completely reversible and can be custom printed. Hood / fencing mask hood cover - reversible - black & brown / green $100.00
  • Beautiful hair stick in silver color triskele. Has a good weight and a lovely shine - very pretty jewelry for your hair! Hair stick with triskele $16.00

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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