Gaudete is a special Sunday in Advent when the readings have a lighter tone in the middle of what is a Penitential Season. This is the third Sunday in Advent when a rose or pink candle is lit on the Advent wreath. The color change reminds us that Christmas is near. We only need to wait a bit longer and our Alleluia will resound once again. Lent is also a Penitential Season of the church year. Laetare is on the fourth Sunday in Lent
The Liturgical Arts Conference in Canton, MS, featuring vestment-making classes. Learn stole-making, pulpit falls, and explore new chasuble styles. Classes cover various aspects of the Liturgical Arts, providing a unique opportunity for hands-on learning
Gilt Twist goldwork threads, particularly in sizes No. 3 or No. 4 for outer edges and No. 1 1/2 or No. 2 for smaller areas, beautifully enhance goldwork appliques in embroidery. The choice of twist size depends on the design’s details and the width of the gold edge, ensuring a neat finish with one pass of stitching in pairs.
Reformation 2018 – 501 Years in the Making:: an incredible anniversary. The Reformation Embroidery Designs were created by Edward Riojas and Carrie Roberts. This set was the first major collaborative design collection created by both artisans and it marked the beginning of what has become a wonderful working relationship and friendship. The designs are unique in the world of vestment making.
Those who love hand embroidery and goldwork, these are Imitation Japanese Gold threads available in sizes No. 13, No. 12, No. 9, and No. 8 which are also known as K1, K2, K3, and K4. The gold threads are used in pairs. The gold threads are often worked on a padded surface such as felt padding. They may also be used as a finishing edge around an embroidered applique. The gold foil has a lovely burnished color that looks fiery – gold in a finished project.
The tippet was originally a form of outdoor dress and it may have been fur-lined. Much of its history has been tied to academic use. Tippets have historically been made of silk fabric. The tippet is generally between 6″ to 10.5″ wide. The softer the fabric, the wider the tippet may be. The ends are usually finished with a plain simple hem. However, in the 19th century, the ends were finished with a zig-zag or pinked end.
The Monastic style chasuble is a fuller, longer vestment, approximately 60 to 80″ wide and 54″ or more in length. With graceful folds, it suits both traditional and modern church settings. The larger size provides comfort in warm climates, allowing more airflow and movement. It can be created from various fabrics, from Liturgical Brocades to silks.
Tapestry fabrics used in churches today are woven into a rich palette of colors and patterns to delight the eye. The fabric is by nature a bit heavier than most liturgical brocades. And such rich detail – often like pictures. This detail requires the use of many threads or yarns in the weaving process.
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.
Ecclesiastical Sewing collection of embroidery designs. The designs were created by Edward Riojas, featuring the new Sanctified Collection of Church Vestments.
When it comes to selecting scissors, take some time to examine them carefully, try cutting with them or at least opening and closing them a few times. The mechanism should operate smoothly without sticking or feeling loose and sloppy. The blades should come together in a smooth motion. Be sure to read any information on the packaging about recommended care and sharpening instructions. And once you find a pair that feels good in your hand, enjoy and take good care of your investment
Blessed Virgin Mary Monogram and Stoles: A stole was a gift given as a memorial to a dear friend’s church.
When making pastor or priest stoles in the Ecclesiastical Sewing workroom, there are always a few last-minute details to stitch up before completing that final press and sending a stole off to a new church home. These guidelines when you create your own stoles just like we do in the Ecclesiastical Sewing Studios, you will be well on your way to having a finely “polished” and finished pastor or priest stole.
Pastors and priests come in all sizes from petite to very tall, with many variations in between. Our standard 4 1/2-inch wide clergy stole style is 53 inches long before adding any tassels or trims. The 53 inches is measured from the Center Back neckline to the bottom edge of the stole. The stole length is perfect fit for people who are approximately 5’6″ to 5’11” tall. The 51-inch clergy stole is designed for people who are 5’5″ tall or shorter. The 55-inch stole works well for people who are 6′ tall and over. There are many different stole styles, and the finished length of the stole will also vary based on the selected stole style.
To sew fringe, you have two options. The first is using a multi-step zigzag stitch with a matching thread color. Keep the stitch width wide and length short, with zigs and zags about 1/4 inch apart. The second method involves using an edge foot for straight stitching. Adjust the needle position to stitch about 3/16″ from the fringe’s edge, and guide the fringe along the edge foot for straight and even stitches. Sew slowly to maintain precision.
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