Skip to content

Category: Ecclesiastical Sewing

Ecclesiastical Sewing, a family-owned business, specializes in creating beautifully crafted liturgical vestments, altar hangings, and paraments for churches and religious organizations. Our team at Ecclesiastical Sewing has a passion for preserving the traditions of liturgical sewing.  We carefully craft each piece by hand with precision and care, ensuring attention to every detail. One of our missions is to add church settings beauty and solemnity in every ceremony.  Making every piece a cherished part of a shared journey in serving the faith.

In addition to sewing skills, Ecclesiastical Sewing also provides helpful tips and techniques for those interested in liturgical sewing.  Our blogs are a valuable resource for anyone looking to hone their sewing skills.  And also to learn more about the art of creating beautiful vestments and paraments. Ecclesiastical Sewing has extensive knowledge and experience, dedicated to helping others on their own journeys in liturgical sewing, creating meaningful pieces that will be cherished for generations to come.

Clergy Stoles by Ecclesiastical Sewing

The Ancient Roman Symbol That Shaped Christian Ministry Today

From Roman officials to modern clergy, the stole’s transformation tells an extraordinary tale of faith and authority. This isn’t just about a strip of fabric—it’s about a sacred symbol that has shaped Christian ministry for two millennia. Uncover the hidden meanings behind the colors and designs that define this tradition.

Cream and Maroon Big Belly Mug

Handcrafted Mugs for Fall & Pastor Appreciation!

This October, celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month and Reformation season with our limited-edition handcrafted mugs. Each one is hand-thrown by local Minneapolis artists, capturing cozy fall vibes in warm maroon, cream, caramel, and dark chocolate tones. Perfect for gifting to your pastor or enjoying during crisp autumn mornings, these mugs are uniquely crafted, available in extremely limited quantities. Once they’re gone, they’re gone—so grab yours while they last!

altar

National Altar Guild Convention This Weekend

Altar Guilds play an important role in the life of the church. Some churches have small altar guilds while others have large guilds. Altar guilds serve many functions in the life of the church. They care for the flowers, linens, and vestments at a basic minimum. They may make the linens and vestments, set communion, and so much more.

Church Vestment Making Classes Fall 2018

Church Vestment Making Classes Fall 2018

The Five Day Conference Includes several different Course Offerings: Beginning Stole Making, Advanced Stole Making, Pulpit Falls, and Monastic Chasubles.  Most students will start with the Beginning Stole Making Course and move on to the Advanced Stole Making or Pulpit Falls. Course Details, kit fees, and other pertinent information are available on the conference website.

Ecclesiastical Sewing: Our Story

Meet the Ecclesiastical Sewing family! Founded by Carrie Roberts in 2014, the family brings rich ecclesiastical vestments to churches of all sizes. Carrie’s fashion design background and international market experience lay the foundation. With artistic son Christopher’s designs, they offer embroidery patterns, Ashley, a historian, explores church vestment history, while Travis manages operations. The technical side is handled by Nicholas, bringing designs to life digitally.

Zerwas Wedding

Ecclesiastical Sewing Introduces Ashley

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.

Season Changes

Season Changes The seasons are changing, and there is no doubt about it. The days are still sunny and warm while the evenings have a bit of a chill. There has even been a hint of frost in the air and on the ground this week in Northern Minnesota.  Seasonal changes are not the only new events occurring in and around the Ecclesiastical Sewing workroom.  Soon there will be a brand new format for Ecclesiastical Sewing along with a new website storefront. The changes are slow, and it takes a… Read more Season Changes