Blackwork sampler kit

Blackwork sampler kit

Blackwork sampler kit

$39.95 (USD)

Learn Blackwork embroidery!

Blackwork is an exotic, elegant type of needlework that is fun and easy to learn.

The Blackwork sampler kit contains:

  • 6” x 14” even-weave 100% cotton fabric
  • size 24 tapestry needle
  • 1 skein of black DMC cotton embroidery floss
  • 12 patterns for Blackwork stitches (see photo below)

Blackwork’s earliest mention was in Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, but it came into popularity during the reign of King Henry VIII and is considered an Elizabethan type of needlework.

Blackwork sampler kit

Thimble and Thistle features historical methods of needlework, and embroidery projects inspired by historical textiles.

We create kits and patterns utilizing many different styles of the needlearts: embroidery, crewel, needlepoint, bargello, blackwork, hardanger and many others.

Look for our sampler packs – an opportunity to learn different styles of needleart. Go take a look.

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