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  • Chain Stitch,  Embroidery,  Lazy Daisy Stitch,  Modern Nailbinding,  nailbinded and embroidered hat,  Projects - Nailbinding,  Satin Stitch,  Stem Stitch

    …some nailbinding again – my finished nailbinded and embroidered hat :D

    2018/03/23

    My nailbinded and embroidered hat is finally finished! *happydance* And you can tell that it is my absolute favorite as I am wearing my new nailbinded and embroidered hat nearly every day for several hours. 😀 And before you ask – no, my sweetheart doesn’t object to it as he knows that I am always at least a little bit cold. Everyone who has met me during cold weather can tell that staying warm is definitely one of the main objectives of my life. But that’s not only because the cold makes me feel uncomfortable. No, it’s far more than that. Being cold is normally followed by being ill and…

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  • Misc.,  Modern Nailbinding,  Projects,  Projects - Nailbinding,  Racaire

    Crazy nailbinding ideas – a nailbinded cover for my gear shifter… :)

    2016/12/15

    Wooohooo! It seems like my level of crazy just hit a new level! Believe it or not – I made a nailbinded cover for the gear shifter of my car! And I love it! *lol* Why? Well, it seemed so much easier than every other option. …and how come? Well, let’s see… As some of you might know, I really enjoy living in a quite rural neighborhood here in Kentucky. All the trees, grass and the fresh air make quite a huge difference after living in a big city like Vienna for nearly my whole life…

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  • Modern Nailbinding,  Projects - Nailbinding

    My secret last-minute nailbinding hood commission – finished & delivered :)

    2014/12/30

    After some very busy but beautiful christmas days with my sweetheart, his family and our dear friends, I finally found some time and peace to sit down today and tell you more about the secret nailbinding present commission I recently started. 😀 Now, some days after christmas, I think I can finally post some more details about this secret last-minute nailbinding christmas gift commission I was working at without spoiling the surprise. I am very glad to say that due to some very busy evenings and many working hours I was able to finish the nailbinding  in time and to deliver it to its recipient shortly before christmas. By the way –…

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  • Modern Nailbinding,  Projects - Nailbinding

    A secret last-minute nailbinding commission & a short photo tutorial… :)

    2014/12/18

    …and today I have again some nailbinding for you. 🙂 Just some days ago I was asked to make a nailbinded hood for a friend of mine. And well, what shall I say, I really couldn’t resist to take on this last-minute christmas present commission. 😉

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  • Chain Stitch,  Embroidery,  Modern Nailbinding,  Projects - Nailbinding

    And more nailbinding – a nailbinded headband with embroidery

    2014/11/20

    … and even more nailbinding for you today – a nailbinded and embroidered headband! 😀 Before I started working at the nailbinded cap, about which I posted yesterday, I finished this nailbinded headband with embroidery which you can see at the picture above. A headband like this is a great finger exercise. 🙂

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  • 12th century nailbinded cap,  Modern Nailbinding,  Projects - Nailbinding

    A new nailbinded cap finished – nailbinding / needle-binding / Nadelbinden / Schlingentechnik is a lot of fun :D

    2014/11/19

    And here a look at my most recent nailbinding project which I just finished – a new nailbinded cap: I met the nice farmer from the Peacefield farm at the local Beech Bend Market about one week ago. He liked my nailbinded snood and cap so much that he asked me to make a nailbinded cap for him and gave me some of his lovely wool. And here we are – a new nailbinded cap is finished. This nailbinded cap will be delivered to him at the next Beech Bend Market this weekend. I hope that it will fit him well and that he likes it. 🙂

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  • Chain Stitch,  Modern Nailbinding,  Projects - Nailbinding,  Stem Stitch

    Modern Nailbinding / Nadelbinden – a new project and old projects revisited :)

    2014/11/07

    On my birthday I decided to have some fun and to do something I haven’t done for quite a long time. Therefore I took one of my nailbinding needles and had some fun with turning some wool into a new cap… 🙂 I always find it very relaxing when I am working at a nailbinding project. Some of you might not be familiar with this great technique by now but nailbinding is an ancient technique which is much older than crotchet or knitting. It is an interesting technique that is worth at least a try. Well, however, that this is an old technique doesn’t mean that we can’t give it a modern…

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  • I’ve admired Racaire’s work for months and recently had a chance to purchase one of her scarves. So delighted with my purchase! The phoenix print on the scarf is so crisp and such a lovely, unique design. The fabric is soft and just the right color to complement the design. Shipping was swift, communication was excellent, and I just really enjoy wearing something that has so much creativity poured into it. I look forward to shopping from Racaire’s Workshop again!

    Heather B. Monson Avatar Heather B.
    2023/07/19

    positive review  I have followed Racaire's work for a decade. She is a true artist, and absolute magic with a needle! Her block printed fabrics are gobsmackingly gorgeous, with historically appropriate designs, and her embroidery and textile arts are without peer. Her historical research is spot on which is something this history geek truly appreciates. I recommend her work heartily! (and she's an awfully nice person to boot!)

    Linda M. Davies Avatar Linda M.
    2019/08/23

    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
  • 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

    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

    Ive bought two items from her workshop(hood and custom bag). Both were beautiful and high quality. I received so many compliments during Gulf Wars about my hood. The quality of her work is almost unmatched and is super easy to work with. I came with a jumbled idea for my bag and she worked wonders. Will definitely be buying again!

    LaShea Charleville Avatar LaShea Charleville
    2024/03/31

Sneak peek at my Shop

  • Black 100% heavy-weight/rustic linen fabric patch with yellow belt print. Hand printed with my own hand carved stamp. New, pre-washed & machine washable! Linen patch with belt print - black/yellow (small) $2.00
  • XLarge size natural colored linen coif/arming cap made from lovely midweight 100% linen fabric, handprinted with a hand carved phoenix stamp in black. Ready to wear, pre-washed fabric! The coif is machine washable! XLarge linen coif/arming cap in natural/black with phoenix print $30.00
  • Light weight white 100% cotton gauze Scarf/ Sarong/ Wrap/ Throw with red 16th century Tudor rose print for a special experience all year long! Hand printed with my own hand carved rose stamp. New cotton gauze scarf, pre-washed, ready to wear & machine washable! Scarf/ Sarong/ Wrap with 16th century Tudor rose print - white/red - light weight cotton gauze $119.00
  • Medium purple linen coif / arming cap made from lovely soft 100% linen fabric. The Medium linen coif is ready to wear, it is pre-washed & machine washable! XLarge linen coif/arming cap - purple - unprinted $30.00
  • Dark "Cobalt" blue mid-weight linen fabric patch with celtic inspired boar print with premium gold ink. Hand printed with my own hand carved stamp. New linen fabric, heat set gold print, pre-washed fabric & machine washable! Linen patch with boar print - blue (dark)/gold $7.00

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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