Identifying an Embroidery Design
We have an unusual request today at Ecclesiastical Sewing, and I hope some of your, our dear Readers, may be able to help. We were contacted by a church in… Read more Identifying an Embroidery Design →
White and Gold for Easter and Christmas
Easter and Christmas are the highest festivals in the church year. The vestments worn by clergy and used in the church are often decorated with white and gold. Last Christmas,… Read more White and Gold for Easter and Christmas →
O Emmanuel – O God with Us O Antiphon for December 23
O Emmanuel – O God with Us. What comfort those words bring if we stop to think about them. God with us. Latin Text: O Emmanuel, Rex et legifer noster,… Read more O Emmanuel – O God with Us O Antiphon for December 23 →
O Clavis David – O Key of David Antiphon for December 20
Today is O Antiphon #4 O Clavis David ~ O Key of David Keys are interesting things. They come in all kinds of sizes from small to large. They open… Read more O Clavis David – O Key of David Antiphon for December 20 →
O Radix Jesse – O Root of Jesse Antiphon for December 19
Today’s O Antiphon: O Radix Jesse – O Root of Jesse This Antiphon is a personal favorite. I think of this as we hike Glacier Park each summer. My… Read more O Radix Jesse – O Root of Jesse Antiphon for December 19 →
O Adonai Antiphon for December 18
O Adonai ~O Lord The symbol for this day is a burning bush. The Lord appeared to Moses on Mount Sinai and spoke to him from a burning bush. Latin:… Read more O Adonai Antiphon for December 18 →
O Sapientia – O Wisdom: The Great O’ Antiphon for December 17
Today begins the Great O Antiphons of Advent. The Antiphons are Magnificat Antiphon used during Vespers on the last seven days of Advent. Each Antiphon is a name for Christ… Read more O Sapientia – O Wisdom: The Great O’ Antiphon for December 17 →
Advent Comes – City of David Collection
Advent Collection City of David At long last, a new Ecclesiastical Sewing Advent Collection has come to life. Creating a new Liturgical Embroidery and Church Vestment Collection can be… Read more Advent Comes – City of David Collection →
Sacristy Check List: 10 Things to Review for Fall
As many parishioners return to their home churches after the summer months of travel and activities, fall is a perfect time to check the condition of vestments, altar linens, altar… Read more Sacristy Check List: 10 Things to Review for Fall →
It’s Not Too Late – Vestment Making Class
Church Vestment Making Classes In a few short weeks to go, there is still time to sign up for the Liturgical Arts Conference in Canton, MS. The conference has a… Read more It’s Not Too Late – Vestment Making Class →
Adding Fringe Trim to a Pulpit Fall or Superfrontal
We have four sets of Trinity Altar hangings in the Ecclesiastical Sewing Studios at the moment. Several of those sets are complete and ready to ship while others are just… Read more Adding Fringe Trim to a Pulpit Fall or Superfrontal →
Hand Embroidery Design for Altar Linens
Are you ready to put your creativity to work? Here is a little something to enjoy. Today at Ecclesiastical Sewing, we have a lovely vintage hand embroidery design to share… Read more Hand Embroidery Design for Altar Linens →
Altar Linen Fabric Selection
Which linen is the best for use in making altar linens or for sewing church linens? That question comes up frequently from our clients at Ecclesiastical Sewing who are interested… Read more Altar Linen Fabric Selection →
Chasuble Patterns for Making Church Vestments
I remember making my first chasuble over 30 some years ago. There was nothing available for a chasuble pattern at that time. The only thing I could use for a… Read more Chasuble Patterns for Making Church Vestments →
Forgotten Altars? Take Another Look!
Christmas is a busy time of year for many of us. There are extra services at church, the children’s programs, entertaining and gatherings with family and friends. Sometimes it seems… Read more Forgotten Altars? Take Another Look! →
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