Introduction to Blackwork Embroidery with THL Lynne Fairchild

Learn about blackwork embroidery, also known as double-running stitch or Holbein stitch, from potentially as early as the Egyptian (medieval) period up through the 16th century (Tudor and Elizabethan times).

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Blackwork embroidery was made popular in Tudor England by King Henry VIII's first wife, Katherine of Aragon. Prior to Henry VIII's and Katherine's divorce, this embroidery had been commonly referred to as Spanish stitch (since Katherine was Spanish). After their divorce, the term blackwork was adopted for use to describe this particular type of embroidery (rather than the previously used term of Spanish stitch).

Discover where to locate historical patterns, how to recreate these patterns, and watch step by step instructions on how create this lovely embroidery.

The SCA (Society for Creative Anachronism) is an international, non-profit educational organization that studies and recreates the medieval and Renaissance years of 600-1600AD.

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[litzplummer]

I am saddened that the handout is not at the link provided.
This was a really good class! Thank you for teaching it and letting it be recorded so that latecomers like myself can still benefit from your research and presentation! ❤

[EnchantadoreaPlumaDelDragon]

I love blackwork. I look forward to making something for one of my personas.