Glamis Crown, Rose & Thistle Kit
From the HRH The Queen Mother's childhood home, the Glamis Crown, Rose & Thistle replicates a delicate, symmetrical design stitched by her mother, Cecilia Countess of Strathmore.
Celebrating the union between England and Scotland, the design features an intertwined Rose and Thistle and finally the letter 'S' for Strathmore.
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Sustainably sourced materials supporting traditional crafts
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.
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Pure linen twill
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38 Appletons Crewel Wool Skeins
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4 Needles (for double & single thread)
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20-page Stitch Instruction Booklet
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A3 Stitch Charts
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A3 Colour Poster
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Our 'Essential Guide to Crewel Work' booklet
Glamis Crown
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You might be wondering
What size is the design?
What size is the design?
Design size: 46 x 46 cm (18 x 18 in)
Linen size: 66 x 66 cm (26 x 26 in)
What stitches are featured in the design?
What stitches are featured in the design?
Closed Fly, Crewel Stem, Satin, Padded Satin, French Knots, Pistil, and Long and Short as ‘soft shading
What else will I need?
What else will I need?
We recommend using a Hands Free Seat Frame with an 8 or 10 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?
How long will it take me?
Everyone stitches at different speeds and tensions but as a guide, this design should take around 20 hours.
How we give back
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
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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Customer Reviews
This is my second Glamis Crown Rose and Thistle kit. I added ER to the upper half as a tribute to Queen Elizabeth. I will get it framed rather then make into a cushion.
The stitches are well explained in the book that comes with it. Very good quality materials and Appletons wools plenty no skimping with this company. First class
Have not finish it yet because a move but will try to finish in the near future.
Just thought to get a head start on the next project. Did not want to get left out
Thanks
Glamis Crown, Rose & Thistle Kit
I purchased this kit from Australia. My beautifully packaged embroidery took only 10 days to arrive. Now I am super excited to get started.
About to start on my first major piece of embroidery. Very excited. Will post progress if my stitches aren’t too messy.
