Reconstructing History is proud to be the exclusive worldwide distributor of
Extreme Embroidery Patterns by Laura Mellin!
These painstakingly-documented embroidery patterns are taken from extant embroidered garments and period portraiture. Each design has been extensively researched and drawn out for your ease of use.
"Margaret" is based on the embroider on an unfinished coif dated to 1600-1610 in the Carew-Pole Collection.
Each full-sized pattern is ready to transfer to your embroidery medium. Just follow the instructions for transferring the pattern, thread your needle, and go!
Photo of Margaret coif made by Ellen Winnie
Fabric: Outer Shell: Fine Linen
Lining: 5 oz linen
Stitch: Chain
Thread: Empress Silks: 2 strands color number C156 Deep Pine Green - 3 skeins
Spangles: Shipwreck Beads: Item # ME4-TG
Pearls: Shipwreck Beads: Item #2GP612
Time: Approximately 150 hours.