Period Figures

 

Period figures are always a popular them for blackwork designs. Here we go back to the elegance of the 1920’s and 1930’s for our first three projects. Then we travel further back in time . . .

If you are ordering any of our blackwork kits please note that the chart is included. Only order the chart if you already have the materials to complete the design. What is in a kit?

Coral - 1930’s style

After many requests for a second design to partner Pearl (below) we are proud to introduce Coral. Available in the same colourways, she is wearing a beaded pearl necklace and metallic silver gloves.

Simple shading is used in her skirt to give the effect of pleats.

Design size: 22.25 x 7.5 inches

Chart only £7.99

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Complete Kit £21.50

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Pearl - 1920’s lady

Simple but striking, Pearl remains our best selling blackwork design after 4 years! Now available in two colourways: plum and silver or black and gold.

Her shawl is worked in metallic thread, and her earing is beaded. How to attach beads.

Design size: 21 x 8.25 inches

 

 

Chart only £7.99

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Complete Kit £21.50

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Jasper - 1920’s

After constantly being asked for a partner to Pearl we designed this handsome fellow.

Design size: 18.5 x 8 inches

Chart only £7.99

 

Complete Kit £21.50

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Georgina - 1802

Worked in blue and silver, this gentile portrait uses a little shading on the overdress.

Blackwork instructions for the pattern in her overdress are given here.

Design size: 11.25 x 13.5 inches

Chart only £5.99

 

Complete Kit £15.99

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Sunday Best

In this portrait the addition of a child adds to the nostalgia. Simple to stitch with a little shading to give shadow to the folds of the dresses, and a touch of gold for highlights.

Design size: 18.25 x 15 inches

Chart only £8.99

 

Complete Kit £24.99

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Gwendoline

This demure medieval lady is an easy blackwork project for the beginner to tackle. Gold thread is used for her under-dress and veil.

The pattern in her dress is described step-by-step on our sister site.

Design size: 18 x 7.25 inches

Chart only £7.99

 

Complete Kit £19.99

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