Heirloom Threads Christening Gown is a Victorian inspired textile artwork inspired by embroidery samplers, with each stitch whispering of tradition displayed in a contemporary and unusual way. All the elements of Victorian samplers we know and love are embroidered on to a vintage replica Victorian christening gown, creating an heirloom piece designed to be worn or displayed, becoming a precious keepsake for generations to come.
 
Heirloom Threads is embroidered using Victorian embroidery techniques and stitches - including tufting to create those beautiful fluffy bees, with embroidery on both front and back of the gown. The base is adorned with the alphabet and numbers with the phrases associated with samplers hand embroidered on both the central back and front of the gown. The artwork is intended to celebrate the often ignored work of women and girls.
 
 
- hand embroidered wearable art or display piece
- vintage replica Victorian christening gown
- contemporary art inspired by samplers
- unique artwork
- Victorian embroidery techniques including tufting
 
Heirloom Threads is a one off unique piece of embroidered textile art with a select palette of browns, yellows, pinks, white, blues and greens. The intricate embroidered elements create interest, inviting considerations and reflection on those samplers of times past. This christening gown took in excess of 300 hours to embroider and was a joy to create; it is my hope that it will go to someone who will use or display and appreciate it.
 
Heirloom Threads is an extra special art and perfect as a gift for new parents, those who enjoy contemporary artwork inspired by history, Victorian embroidery or those who display unusual art. It is designed to be either free standing or hung, looking exquisite in a nursery, child's bedroom, study, or lounge. A display stand is available designed to show both sides of the embroidered robe, this is at additional cost please message for details.
 
This heirloom artwork measures length from shoulder to hem 81 centimetres; arm length 16 centimetres, wrist circumference 14 centimetres, chest (measurement taken with gown flat) 38 centimetres. If you are planning on this gown being worn please ensure it will fit baby - if you require any more photographs, measurements or would like to see the gown on a video call please contact me.
 
Part of the Heritage Reimagined collection; there are other complementary pieces here. This artwork also features in three of greetings cards; see the range here.
 
Heirloom Threads will be packaged carefully to arrive in perfect condition; collection from Saltburn by the Sea or events I am attending is welcomed. First class postage to the UK mainland is included in the cost of all artwork. For delivery to other areas please contact me for a postage cost. For more information about the packaging of textile artwork or advice on how to care for textile artwork please see the frequently asked questions page here. The gown can be gently hand washed, hung to dry and ironed inside out. Do not tumble dry.