The fantastic mission of Debby Robinson is to bring to live medieval designs for the embroiderer of our days who seeks to reproduce the Medieval illuminator designs in a contemporary utilitarian manner,
" In this book, the motifs and designs used as decorative detail by the illuminators of medieval manuscripts have been reinterpreted for the modern day worker needlepoint. Many of these manuscripts were religious in theme- Gospels, Psalters and Books of Hours, meant as aids to private devotion - so the decorative element was confined to the margins, while the main image was often the biblical scene"
in page 8, ' Introduction : The Medieval Heritage.
However this relationship between illuminator and needlework is not something new . In fact the author cites two instances in history where illuminators and historical embroidery have intertwined ,
"The relationship between the arts of manuscript illumination and needlework is particularly close where painters were involved in the design, as in the ecclesiastical embroidery known as Opus Anglicanum, (...)" in page 10 , 'Introduction : The Medieval Heritage
"The Bayeux Tapestry, for instance, is thought to have been designed and drawn by members of the Canterbury school of manuscript painters". in page 11, Introduction : The Medieval Heritage
All designs in this book are related to images created during the medieval period in the textile arts , Ecclesiastical arts and the lives of important historical figures.
Medieval Needlepoint by Debby Robinson is a book that will save you money - no need to buy kits-, will make you fall in love and guide you in the elaboration of stunning valuable projects for your home like curtain pelmets and tie-backs.
The patters are unique, medieval and easy to make. You will only need canvas, thread and needle.
Will enrich you culturally and historically as contains much information about the past days of needlepoint and embroidery in the homes.
If you feel this book is really what you need at home to make your company while watching Eastenders or Netflix, then look no further and purchase it on amazon.co.uk
My favourite project is the Lattice Box Stool, page 98-103.
The Projects created by the author Debbie Robinson are as follow,
Pair of Hunting Cushions, Inspired by The Books of Hours of the Duchess of Burgundy
Oak-Leaf Footstool, Inspired by the Livre des Merveilles
Fleur - de- lis Pencil Box, Inspired by a French Book of Hours
Florentine Curtain Pelmet and tie-Backs , Inspired by the Dialogues of Plato
Iris Bell-pull, Inspired by the Hastings Book of Hours
Heart-shaped Herb Cushion, Inspired by the Hours of Le Camus
Four Floral Chair Seat Covers and Rug, Inspired by the Playfair Book of Hours
Framed Spring Panels, Inspired by a French Book of Hours
Pair of Bird Cushions and Posy Pin Cushion, Inspired by the Life of Alexander the Great
Woodland Deer Hanging, Inspired by the Livre de Chasse
Floral Work-box Top, Inspired by the Soame Book of Hours
Fox and Raven Firescreen, Inspired by Spiegel der Weisheit
Lattice Box Stool, Inspired by the Soane Book of Hours
Ivy-leaf Picture Frame, Inspired by the St Louis Psalter
Vine-work Glasses Case, Inspired by the Historia Naturalis
Crusader Cushion, Inspired by a history of the Crusades
Hope this review proved useful and that you acquire the book in the future because it is a really good source of projects useful for you and our loved ones.
Best wishes,
Ariane Crafts
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