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A short history of emeries
Latest News » General Information	Published on Friday 05 March, 2010

In recent years pins and needles have become disposable. We tend to discard them when they become a bit discoloured or rusty or if they have a slight burr on the tip, but this has not always been appropriate. Pins and needles were made by hand and were a valuable part of every woman's essential household equipment. She needed to be able to sharpen them and keep them shiny and in good condition. To do this she used a small fabric bag filled with emery powder.

The story of thimbles
Latest News » General Information	Published on Friday 06 February, 2009

If you asked a number of people to list the basic equipment required for sewing or embroidery, you could be fairly sure that a thimble would be on that list. After a needle, thread and scissors, the thimble is the most widely recognised piece of sewing equipment and it has a long and intriguing history...

The history of goldwork
Latest News » General Information	Published on Friday 18 July, 2008

Throughout history, goldwork embroidery has been a symbol of opulence and distinction. It was used to decorate the robes of emperors and kings, the ceremonial dress of military and clergy, and adorn the costume of the wealthy. Goldwork refers to all embroidery worked with metallic threads regardless of the colour of the thread. The attraction is not just the colour, but the different textures of the threads and the interesting play of light created when altering the direction of the laid threads, or stitching over padding....

Embroidered Lamp Frame
Latest News » General Information	Published on Tuesday 17 October, 2006

Stumpwork Figures
Latest News » General Information	Published on Thursday 05 October, 2006

Our Magnificent Tradition
Latest News » General Information	Published on Friday 29 September, 2006

The History of Beading
Latest News » General Information	Published on Friday 03 March, 2006

The A-Z Series in Japanese
Latest News » General Information	Published on Thursday 22 December, 2005

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