Does anyone know what books I can buy or reference for late medieval or early renaissance needlework? Of the German/Swiss/Flemish persuasion. Thanks, AK in PA
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Does anyone know what books I can buy or reference for late medieval or early renaissance needlework? Of the German/Swiss/Flemish persuasion. Thanks, AK in PA
Have you checked Ruth Kern's site? I love browsing there
One suggestion but not sure if this is what you want. I have Medieval Cross Stitch Samplers by Angela Wainwright (1996) in my book collection. She uses Medieval designs to create her samplers. --
She's a great resource. Although, I could only get the New items catalog to come up. There's a book called the Embroiderer's Tale, IIRC - which has a lot of info on the history of needlework. You could also try looking at Antique Needlework Magazine - their archives. There are lots of references out there - but are you looking for copy patterns, or just information? There are a lot of references on samplers from different eras and locations.
ellice
Thanks all for these references. Maybe I need to clarify though.
I'm looking to start any type, at this point, of needlework that preferably has it's roots in 1450-1600 Geman, Swiss or Flemish designs. The roots of my heritage. I'll decide after I get a look at different types of work which I want to start first or I may decide not to tackle a particular type at all.
Now, I'm going to ask a question which will expose my lack of depth of knowledge about the internet. What is IIRC?
Thanks for your help, AK in PA
Well, that explains some . You might want to check your local library and see what books they may have for reference so you can look at different types. Dianne L. is a good source for a lot of different types of needlework information (the only person I know who does Schwalm). Also - you could look at the web sites for the Embroiderers Guild of America, the Sampler Guild, the Historical Needlewok group, and see what they have.
Also - there is a Textile Museum in Washington, DC (which Donna & I are supposed to go visit soon). Here is a link to a google search on textile museums - there are many, and some of them will have things you can see that will help you research your interest.
Some of these are similar types of stitching, but the designs will differ. There are also types of needlework which are more complicated, or more difficult to learn. Enjoy your research.
IIRC = If I Recall Correctly AFAIK = As Far As I Know IMHO = In My Humble Opinion
Have fun, ellice
I have a book on textiles and embroideries but it only covers French and English from 1600 to 1800. There is a huge difference in the complexities of the embroideries as time passed. Nonetheless, this doesn't help you.
Schwalm, a German embroidery from the Hesse region, is only about 300 years old. That wouldn't help you at all.
I think if you do a Google search such as "German embroidery 1500" you might find some answers to your query. Be prepared to be frustrated.
You might also try contacting one of the Skinner Sisters - who specialize in period pieces from different parts of the world - at
Have you tried
(most have references to documents or to online sources)
No, not yet but I will. Thanks, AK in PA
Check out
I googled medieval german embroidery and came up with this site. It looks like he has reference links, etc.
I eventually stumbled over this site also. Thanks, AK in PA
Check out this page under "By Culture - German"
What neat site! thanks Cheryl
This one won't load for me! SIGH
Cheryl
Absolutely - what a great list of references with to the point commentary.
Ellice - who is swearing off temporary S.E.X. For projects - but, books, welll........
It won't load for me either. Maybe later,
L
A good range of books in this area can be got on eBay. I've managed to get a couple from sellers called Trapitos and 1000 Sensations. They're both in Germany. The trouble with eBay, needless to say, is that you'll see just what you want, and some rotter will pip you for it at tle last moment. These sellers have featured a lot of reference/pattern books dealing with embroidery from the Renaissance to the 19th Century.
I'd love to know where these sellers get their supplies.
(I've just realised I'm introducing more rival bidders for what I want! Oh well...)
John
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