This talk is a timeline of beautiful crewel work found over many years, mostly in British Castles, Country Houses and Museums, with some pieces discussed from Phillipa Turnbull's own antique textile collection.
Crewel embroidery is not identified with particular styles of designs, but rather is embroidery with the use of this wool thread. Many different embroidery stitches are used in crewel work to create a textured and colourful effect. Unlike silk or cotton embroidery threads, crewel wool is thicker and creates a raised, dimensional feel to the work.
Phillipa will begin with crewel work in the early 17th century when it was most in fashion, and will continue on to show work from modern designers, exploring the next generation of creativity and why crewel work is still relevant and hugely popular today.
