Metallic Threads
Metallic Threads add much to a hand embroidered project. The beauty lies in the reflection of light off the metallic threads which makes them shimmer and shine. For that reason,… Read more Metallic Threads →
Bits and Pieces Advent Set
Every evening after work, I try to accomplish something on various Ecclesiastical Sewing Projects. Sometimes it is quite late before other obligations of the day are finished, and the enjoyment… Read more Bits and Pieces Advent Set →
Framing Steps Part 2 Advent
It’s linen time! And this is exciting because linen means an Ecclesiastical Embroidery project is one step closer to being ready for the hand embroidery to start. While one step closer… Read more Framing Steps Part 2 Advent →
Advent Star Stitching Underway
A new project is being attempted here on Ecclesiastical Sewing. It will be a new Advent Altar Frontal, Chalice Veil, and Pulpit Fall. The Altar Frontal will have a large… Read more Advent Star Stitching Underway →
Testing Card Padding
The hour is late, so this will be short. Tonight on Ecclesiastical Sewing, there is time for a quick update on card padding. Last weekend, I shared information about a… Read more Testing Card Padding →
Shining Silver – Stars?
Goldwork embroidery gathers a great deal of attention from across the web. It is so beautiful and elegant. Goldwork Embroidery has a regal look to it when gold threads are… Read more Shining Silver – Stars? →
IHS Turning Corners
The fun part about hand embroidery is that one can read, study, and practice; test, learn, and grow. Yet on occasion, there is the that little something in the… Read more IHS Turning Corners →
Books: The Next Best Thing Part III
The past two days have been spent sharing information relating to the Giants. No, not the football team, or some creature from ancient mythology. These Giants are the Ecclesiastical Giants from the past… Read more Books: The Next Best Thing Part III →
IHS Embroidery Update
Fridays are a special day. It is a day off from work and a day, hopefully, devoted to Ecclesiastical Sewing and Ecclesiastical Embroidery. There is usually a plan for the… Read more IHS Embroidery Update →
Simple Details
It is often the simple details that make a difference with many things: the addition of fresh herbs to garnish a dish, flowers as a center piece, jewelery to polish… Read more Simple Details →
Goldwork Progress
Goldwork embroidery is so much fun! I find it very relaxing and enjoyable. Goldwork couching is one of the first techniques I learned. It is rather simple. There are certainly… Read more Goldwork Progress →
False Starts and New Beginnings
It often does not take long to realize when a battle ensues and there will be no winning. So it goes sometimes when a new Ecclesiastical Embroidery Projects first starts.… Read more False Starts and New Beginnings →
Large Agnus Dei Update
This is where we left off on the largest Agnus Dei hand embroidery project when we lasted visited about The Tale of Two Lambs Project. The smaller areas of the sky to the… Read more Large Agnus Dei Update →
Agnus Dei Progress
It is fun to set stitching goals. It is even more fun to reach the goal! This weekend was a great weekend to set and make goals for Ecclesiastical Embroidery… Read more Agnus Dei Progress →
Memories and Vestment Photos from Summer Travels
As fall settles in, it is still fun to think back on summer travels with fond memories. It is always fun to get away, and on occasion, have a great… Read more Memories and Vestment Photos from Summer Travels →
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