Adventures in Sewing for the Church and Vestment Making
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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,…...
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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…...
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Church Vestment Fringe: is there a difference?
Fringe for Church Vestments: It can be short and sweet, or long and elegant. It can have shimmer and shine, or have a perfect matte finish. There are solid colors...
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Feast of the Holy Innocents
There was an unexpected surprise this morning for Church. Pastor had on his red stole and the red altar hangings were out. Today was the festival of the The Holy…...
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Elizabeth – Watts and Co
Living in a small community in northern Minnesota does not present many opportunities for viewing beautiful and historic Ecclesiastical Vestments. So, making the best of the situation, I haunt Flickr,...
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Outlining: Finishing Touch or Distraction
Vestments and Church Embroidery are most often viewed from a distance. When an embroidered design is placed on a vestment or an altar hanging, it may often become difficult to…...
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Ecclesiastical Fabric Pattern Repeats
Perhaps you have thought about Ecclesiastical Sewing, or about making an Ecclesiastical Vestment or Altar Hanging, or even a chasuble. You have done a little reading and searching online, and…...