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American Rose Kit

Experience a fascinating combination of techniques with the American Rose Kit. Replicated from an 18th Century Petticoat thought to have originated in North America, this design beautifully captures the classic elegance of roses with pleasing symmetry, offering a project that combines traditional beauty with artistic detail.

Ideal for those who love floral embroidery with a touch of sophistication, this design is stitched on to a Zweigart fabric with beautiful, fine, Renaissance Wools.

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Kit Includes

Time invested in needlework should be honored with the best quality materials. All the materials in this kit have been selected for their quality and historic integrity and with longevity in mind, so that your finished piece will become a treasured heirloom for many generations to come.

  • Zeigart Fabric
  • 12 Renaissance Wool Skeins
  • 3 Needles
  • 24-page Stitch Instruction Booklet
  • A4 Stitch Chart
  • A3 Colour Poster
  • Our 'Essential Guide to Crewel Work' booklet

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  • Lowers blood pressure

    Embroidery calms the nervous system, promotes relaxation, and contributes to lower blood pressure, reducing stress for improved well-being.

  • Regulates breath

    Engaging in embroidery encourages mindful, rhythmic stitching, promoting focused breathing patterns that can induce a sense of calm and relaxation.

  • Calms nervous system

    Embroidery, with its repetitive and rhythmic hand movements, engages the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and reducing stress levels.

  • Form deep social bonds

    Our online community fosters connection through a shared creative space, encouraging communication and supporting the exchange of ideas, nurturing deep social bonds among members.

You might be wondering

What size is the design?

Design size: 21 x 21 cm (8¼ x 8¼ in)
Linen size: 41 x 41 cm (16 x 16 in)

What stitches are featured in the design?

Long Armed Cross, Crewel Stem, Long and Short Buttonhole, Roumanian Couching, Seeding, Closed Fly, and Bullion Knots

What else will I need?

We recommend using a Hands Free Seat Frame with an 8 inch hoop and with paddle base or table clamp. Alternatively you may prefer to use a Slate Frame or other frame of your choice. You will also need a pair of scissors and a thimble if you use one.

How long will it take me?

Everyone stitches at different speeds and tensions but as a guide, this design should take around 12 hours.

How we give back

We are passionate about keeping embroidery alive for future generations and supporting the talented artisans and dedicated technicians involved in their care.

To do this, where possible, we donate a percentage of the proceeds of the sale of our kits to the castle, country house, or institution that the original embroidery belongs to.

With this donation, we specifically support the care and safe-housing of the historic embroidery, as well as the training of staff involved in its upkeep.

Delivery & Returns

We offer free delivery on all UK Orders over £100 and all International orders over £250.

UK orders are sent by 2nd class 'Signed For' delivery ~ 2-3 Working Days. Orders under £100. Orders over 2kg are sent with DPD.

International orders are sent Untracked or Tracked with Royal Mail, or with DPD. Live rates are calculated at check out depending on the size of your order.

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