Summer Travels Italy Part I
The Rotonda of Saint Lorenzo, which was dedicated to St. Lorenzo. – The building of this church was started in 1083 A.D. and finished around 1115 A.D.
The Rotonda of Saint Lorenzo, which was dedicated to St. Lorenzo. – The building of this church was started in 1083 A.D. and finished around 1115 A.D.
The Pallium-Herbert Norris History The Pallium-Herbert Norris: From the 6th century till the 1st century B.C., the Greeks wore a particular linen or wool garment. People of the working… Read more The Pallium-Herbert Norris →
The Chasuble Percy Dearmer The Chasuble Percy Dearmer: Did you ever look at a poncho and think that it reminded you of something familiar? We know that the poncho,… Read more The Chasuble Percy Dearmer →
he Alb is a vestment that can trace its origin to six ancient garments: the Kolobus, the Tunica, the Colobim, the Tunica Talaris, the Subucula, and finally the Tunica Alba. These garments were common in Greek or Roman times, some garments being used by both cultures. They are not six manifestations of one garment, but rather six that are distinct enough to make note of the differences.
Altare Dei–The Altar of God Altare Dei–The Altar of God: Upon entering the sanctuary of a Christian Church, those coming to worship immediately have their gaze directed toward a particular… Read more Altare Dei–The Altar of God →
Ecclesiastical Sewing would like to officially welcome Ashley Zerwas to our team. Ashley is Carrie’s only daughter and she has taken a full-time job working for the family business after recently graduating college. When the Ecclesiastical Sewing storefront opens, Ashley will be helping to run the business behind the scenes. Ashley will manage social media, as well as assist with product development and sourcing. Ashley will also take on the role of Editor in Chief for Ecclesiastical Sewing.
The fabrics, from bottom to top, are York Brocade – Ivory, Winchester Brocade – Purple, Fairford Brocade – Bridal White, Ely Crown – Gold, Fairford Brocade – Purple, Fairford Brocade Ivory, Fairford Brocade Gold, Fairford Brocade – Blue/Gold, and Winchester Brocade- Ivory. These durable fabrics are well-suited for making pastoral stoles, designed to withstand the demands of hand embroidery. With a higher thread count and dense weave, they offer both durability and weight, ensuring the stoles hang straight and stay in place during use.
Visiting a grand Cathedral – The Cathedral of St. Helena in Helena Montana a stunning example of the masterful use of church design.
The capital of Montana is Helena. The cathedral’s entrance features impressive stone carvings, and the interior is grand with rich burgundy tones, metallic gold paint, and brass fixtures. The stained glass windows, numbering over 75, exhibit meticulous detail, resembling painted scenes with fine facial features, expressive eyes, and a heavenly gaze.
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