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Category: Altar linens

Altar linens have an important role in Christian religious services, and they are necessary pieces for keeping everything clean and sacred during liturgical ceremonies. These special fabrics, including the Altar Cloth, Purificator, and Lavabo Towel, serve unique purposes. The Altar Cloth covers the altar and often features embroidered religious symbols. The Purificator is used to wipe the chalice and the paten after communion, while the Lavabo Towel is used to dry the hands of the priest or deacon during the liturgy of the Eucharist.

Christian faith holds Altar linens in special significance and they are not just ordinary fabrics. Crafted with love and care, these add to the solemnity and cleanliness of the church occasions. Allowing the congregation to focus on the spiritual aspects of the service.

At Ecclesiastical Sewing, we understand the importance of altar linens in Christian worship. We offer a wide range of quality linens designed to meet the unique needs of different Christian denominations.

Whether you need a simple yet elegant Altar Cloth or a Lavabo Towel with intricate embroidery, Ecclesiastical Sewing has got you covered. We offer linens in a variety of designs, making it easy to find the perfect match for your church’s décor. We also provide custom embroidery services, allowing you to personalize your altar linens with your chosen embroidery designs.

In summary, Christian religious services use altar linens as necessary pieces for worship. These help maintain cleanliness and sacredness while adding solemnity to the church occasion. At Ecclesiastical Sewing, we are committed to providing quality altar linens that meet the unique needs of different Christian denominations. Browse our collection today and discover the best choice of linens for your needs.

Church Linen Scallop Edge of Lace trim on Altar Fair Linen

Altar Fair Linen with Lace Edge Trim

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This trim features a zig-zag design filled with star-shaped motifs. Notably, it has triangular peaks at the upper edge where it attaches to the Altar Linen. An interesting detail is the deep hem of the linen, matching the trim’s depth—around 5 to 6 inches. While this may seem unusual to modern eyes, older reference books mention long Fair Linens having deep hems, especially if they reach close to the floor. The added weight from a deep hem likely contributes to the Fair Linen hanging well.

IHC Ecclesiastical Embroidery Pattern

Whitework Ecclesiastical Embroidery Pattern

Merge three vintage Ecclesiastical Embroidery Designs into a versatile artwork. The simple lines make it ideal for whitework, but it seamlessly transitions for gold and silk Ecclesiastical Embroidery. For whitework, consider stitches like stem stitch, outline stitch, and padded satin stitch for letters. Alternatively, use outline stitch with seed stitch fill. Chainstitch is another excellent choice for whitework in Ecclesiastical Embroidery.

Linen Ornaments of the Church by Percy Dearmer

Back ground on Fair Linens

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Fair linens, the top linen placed on the altar, are crucial liturgical items. According to Percy Dearmer, a renowned liturgical furnishing author, fair linens should be the exact width of the altar and extend within six inches from the ground on the sides. The linen should be good quality, hemmed, and bear one, four, or five devices in white, red, or blue. Modern recommendations suggest the fair linen’s length should match the superfrontal’s, often 9 to 12 inches. Working with 100% linen, mitering corners, and adding crosses can create a durable, elegant fair linen for the altar.