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Blackwork figures from the 1920's and 30's

These blackwork figures will whisk you off to revel in the nostalgic beauty and intrigue of this most romantic and turbulent period. Watch the fashions of the time appear on your fabric, and, if you are anything like me imagine, just for a moment, that you have a figure like theirs! You can find out more about the fashions of the time at Marta's Art Deco History site.


The Unexpected Guest NEW!

blackwork-scene (18K) Lady Ruby de Lyones was discussing a case with Private Investigator Laurence Lott, when her brother Roger unexpectedly turned up. He had just returned from Argentina . . .

A blackwork design that tells a story, The Unexpected Guest is worked in black, two shades of grey with a touch of gold metallic. I wonder if they have worked out "who dunnit"?

Design size: 11 x 12.9 inches on 14 count (use our handy calculator if you want to use a different fabric count)

Complete Kit - £21.50
Printed Chart - £7.99

Order kits online here


Downloadable Chart £4.00 currency convertor



Pearl - art deco lady

blackwork-lady-pearl (6K) Two shades of plum with a touch of silver metallic for her stole, and beaded earrings, recreate the beauty of the 20's.

Or stitch her in black and gold as Patricia showed us on the Show and Tell page.

Design size: 21 x 8.25 inches on 14 count (use our handy calculator if you want to use a different fabric count)

Complete Kit - £21.50
Printed Chart - £7.99

Order kits online here


Downloadable Chart £5.00 currency convertor


Coral

blackwork-lady-1930 (12K) Pearl has proved so popular that you all asked for a companion design. Here is Coral, from the 1930's wearing a pleated skirt (uses shading techniques), a beaded necklace and long silver gloves.

Design size: 22.25 x 7.5 inches on 14 count (use our handy calculator if you want to use a different fabric count)

Complete Kit - £21.50
Printed Chart - £7.99

Order kits online here


Downloadable Chart £5.00 currency convertor


Jasper

jasper (10K) Our fourth blackwork figure design from the art deco period is Jasper. Standing proudly beside his prize gramophone he waits patiently for either of our ladies to notice him.

Worked in black, grey and plum with pearl beads on his waistcoat he would make an ideal partner for Pearl or Coral.

Design size: 18.5 x 8 inches on 14 count (use our handy calculator if you want to use a different fabric count)

Complete Kit - £21.50
Printed Chart - £7.99

Order kits online here


Downloadable Chart £5.00 currency convertor



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Clarice Cliffe

clarice-cliffe-blackwork (3K)

The Weekenders Range includes this 1920's style design based on the artwork of Clarice Cliffe.

Check the Weekenders range out here!

Knockout!

I think Pearl is an absolute knockout and can't wait to see my daughter's face when I give her the picture on her birthday.

My granddaughter is going to love your Gwendoline and I shall enjoy stitching her.

M Keen, Nottingham

Its great!

I love your site and I have already embroidered Coral and she looks wonderful.

I ordered her thru my friend in Sussex and she bought her out to me when she came for a holiday. I would love to purchase Pearl now.

Keep up the welcoming website its great.

Elva in New Zealand

Delighted

I am delighted with my Japanese lady. I'm partially sighted and didn't think I would manage it but your chart was easy to follow and I loved every minute of it.

I am thrilled with the finished piece.

P Reid, Warwickshire


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