Well, this is embarrassing. I always assumed that the expression “turkey red” had something to do with the wattle on that famous American bird. But DMCThread’s Blog points out that “Redwork, also called Turkey Red, originated in the 19th century when a new, colorfast, reddish-brown dye was invented in Turkey.” The blog post offers not only a bit of history and a glimpse of some vintage redwork embroidery but also a free pattern and stitching advice. If you’ve been wanting to try redwork, here’s the perfect opportunity. Get the pattern.
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Vintage French Needlework: 300 Authentic Cross-Stitch Patterns
Vintage French Needlework: 300 Authentic Cross-Stitch Patterns—Flowers, Borders, and Alphabets from Antique Textiles” by Véronique Maillard is a comprehensive collection that delves into the rich tradition of French embroidery from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Maillard, an embroidery … Read More ...
Funny but don’t be embarrassed. I thought the same thing!