true 156.0 2009-11-06T20:33:53Z This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. This package approximates our full range of color--the palette we use to create our reproductions embroideries. 40 yards per twist, 60 different shades 44 image/jpeg Worsted_shades-full_range.jpg 2656683 2009-11-17T17:03:06Z image/jpeg squirrel.200.jpg 72463 2009-11-17T17:03:08Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $156.00 101-6040 2009-11-17T17:06:12Z true 48.0 2009-01-09T16:47:12Z Another beautifully designed and printed reproduction of the lovely 18th century European imitations of Indian Chintz. This material is perfect for bed hangings, as well as reproduction costume and window curtains. 60 inches wide 36 image/jpeg nr_9500wilhelminaecru_450d1.jpg 109775 2009-01-09T16:49:23Z image/jpeg nr_9500wilhelminaecru_450d1.jpg 83717 2009-01-09T16:48:13Z all cotton $48 per yard 237-C 2009-01-09T16:49:24Z true 55.0 As you can see in the illustration, the colors of this reproduction cotton print are very close to their period counterparts--clear and strong without the harsh qualities that many modern colors can possess. The quality of the printing is equally excellent and the firmly woven smooth ground fabric both strengthen this material as an outstanding copy of a textile document. During the 18th century, prints like this were fashionable for clothing, as well as furnishings such as bed hangings, window curtains, whole cloth quilts, etc. 60 inches wide 33 image/jpeg Woodblock_Chintz_repro.d2.jpg 729138 2008-12-08T16:42:18Z image/jpeg Woodblock_Chintz_repro.d1.jpg 1499768 2008-12-08T16:42:18Z image/jpeg Woodblock_Chintz_repro.jpg 4862420 2008-12-08T16:42:19Z All Cotton, 60 inches wide $55 per yard 231-60 2009-01-09T15:51:39Z true 48.0 A fine quality reproduction of the sort of imitation Indian Chintzes that were made in Europe during the 18th century. European manufacturers were highly motivated to improve their technology in order to copy these fashionable goods and the results were splendid. These materials are excellent for reproduction costumes, bed hangings and window curtains. 60 inches wide 31 image/jpeg Dutch_repro_chintz.creamcl1.jpg 270996 2008-12-08T20:33:22Z image/jpeg Dutch_repro_chintz.creamd1.jpg 1112808 2008-12-08T20:33:22Z image/jpeg Dutch_repro_chintz.cream1.jpg 2956238 2008-12-08T20:33:23Z All Cotton, 60 inches wide $48 per yard 233-60 2009-01-09T15:49:58Z true 48.0 2008-12-09T00:58:55Z Another beautifully designed and printed reproduction of the lovely 18th century European imitations of Indian Chintz. This material is perfect for bed hangings, as well as reproduction costume and window curtains. 60 inches wide 34 image/jpeg DH_repro_madder_IslMarkend2.jpg 554349 2009-01-09T16:36:30Z image/jpeg DH_repro_madder_IslMarken.jpg 1004725 2009-01-09T16:36:31Z image/jpeg Dutch_repro_chintz.madder.jpg 2792840 2009-01-09T16:36:33Z All cotton $48 per yard 233-60G 2009-01-09T16:36:35Z true 55.0 As you can see in the illustration, the colors of this reproduction cotton print are very close to their period counterparts--clear and strong without the harsh qualities that many modern colors can possess. The quality of the printing is equally excellent and the firmly woven smooth ground fabric both strengthen this material as an outstanding copy of a textile document. During the 18th century, prints like this were fashionable for clothing, as well as furnishings such as bed hangings, window curtains, whole cloth quilts, etc. 60 inches wide 32 image/jpeg tulips-3_450.jpg 129651 2009-01-09T16:40:05Z image/jpeg tulips-2_450.jpg 127672 2009-11-17T18:22:07Z all cotton $55 per yard 232-E 2009-11-17T18:22:07Z true 14.0 2009-11-06T20:26:39Z This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. When you purchase 5 shades of a single hue, you save a bit compared to the price of single skeins and we have chosen them as we would for our own work--for their relationship to one another and even gradient of color from light to dark. Refer to the photo on the page for each color range for an idea of what the shades you order will include. 40 yards per twist, 5 shades of a hue 42 image/jpeg 5shdes-brazilwood.on_side.jpg 256328 2009-11-17T17:49:22Z image/jpeg _42.jpg 72137 2009-11-17T17:15:38Z image/jpeg Worsted_shades-full_range.jpg 2656683 2009-11-17T17:51:06Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $14.00 101-540 2009-11-17T17:51:08Z true 3.25 2009-11-17T17:53:46Z This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. 40 yards per twist 50 image/jpeg 5shdes-brazilwood.crop.jpg 147345 2009-11-17T17:54:48Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $3.25 101-40-brazil 2009-11-17T17:54:48Z true 3.25 2009-11-17T17:41:02Z This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. 40 yards per twist 49 image/jpeg 6shades-cochineal.crop.jpg 135932 2009-11-17T17:41:02Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $3.25 101-40-cochineal 2009-11-17T17:41:02Z true 3.25 2009-11-17T16:45:24Z This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. 40 yards per twist 46 image/jpeg 5shades-indigo.crop.jpg 207613 2009-11-17T16:46:03Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $3.25 101-40-blue 2009-11-17T16:53:05Z true 3.25 2009-11-17T16:49:53Z This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. 40 yards per twist 47 image/jpeg 5shades-madder.crop.jpg 144035 2009-11-17T16:49:53Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $3.25 101-40-madder 2009-11-17T16:53:36Z true 3.25 2009-11-17T18:01:35Z This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. 40 yards per twist 51 image/jpeg 5shades-olive.crop.jpg 155439 2009-11-17T18:01:34Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $3.25 101-40-olive 2009-11-17T18:01:35Z true 3.25 2009-11-17T17:32:10Z This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. 40 yards per twist 48 image/jpeg 6shades-green.crop.jpg 174916 2009-11-17T17:32:09Z image/jpeg 3shades-teal.crop.jpg 77613 2009-11-17T18:47:31Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $3.25 101-40-green/teal 2009-11-17T18:47:31Z true 3.25 2009-11-17T18:03:30Z This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. 40 yards per twist 52 image/jpeg 5shades-neutrals.crop.jpg 217470 2009-11-17T18:03:30Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $3.25 101-40-neutrals 2009-11-17T18:03:30Z true 3.25 This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. 40 yards per twist 23 image/jpeg 5_shades-osage.crop.jpg 107228 2009-11-17T16:32:03Z image/jpeg _42.jpg 72137 2009-11-17T16:35:42Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $3.25 101-40-yellow 2009-11-17T16:54:11Z true 14.0 2009-02-25T17:21:39Z Fine fabric printed with a 1770s English design is fluid enough for clothing or drapery curtains, this would make a lovely set of bed hangings or reproduction gown. This reproduction fabric is long discontinued, the quantity available limited to stock on hand of only 5 5/8 yards. 45 inches wide 39 image/jpeg eng_print_cotton_d2.jpg 148399 2009-02-26T17:04:57Z image/jpeg eng_print_cotton.jpg 366810 2009-02-26T17:04:58Z image/jpeg eng_print_cotton_OV.jpg 495207 2009-02-26T17:04:59Z All cotton, 45 inches wide $14/ yard 238 2009-06-09T14:45:33Z true 24.0 These vividly colored one inch checks are typical of those fashionable for bed hangings and window curtains during the fourth quarter of the 18th century. They remained popular in rural areas for many years afterward. <p>The fabric’s cotton warp & linen weft result in a texture firm enough to be durable and yet also drape well. Available in either cherry red or prussian blue, the color is bright, but not out of period character. We have used this fabric for years and can report that it ages nicely and wears well. 60 inches wide 10 image/jpeg redcheck_lg.jpg 664642 2008-11-28T22:04:14Z image/jpeg prussian_blue_check.d1.jpg 1375783 2009-11-17T18:09:49Z 74% cotton / 26% linen by weight $24 per yard 204 2009-11-17T18:19:40Z true 275.0 2010-03-05T16:27:57Z Here's your chance to make an historically accurate textile reproduction yourself! The kit includes everything you need to work a traditional tent stitch picture using 18th century methods. The work is not difficult, but working the entire picture takes many hours. Pictures like this were typically made by girls in their mid teens during the 18th century--building both their skill with a needle and their perseverance. <P>If you prefer us to do the work, we have a finished <a href="http://www.texrepro.com/products/1">Shepherdess picture</a> for sale in our Gallery. Needlework area: approx 18 x 22 inches 56 image/jpeg med_shep_med.jpg 73521 2010-03-05T17:00:11Z image/jpeg shepherdess.jpg 69858 2010-03-05T17:00:11Z Natural brown linen canvas (approx 20 ct), vegetable dyed worsted yarn & vegetable dyed silk thread. $275 529 2010-03-05T17:00:11Z true 40.0 This striking print in shades of blue on linen fabric resembles the fabrics being made in 18th century Europe in imitation of fashionable Indian designs. As you can see in the sample curtain, the material is fluid and the pattern has a splendid, but overwhelming effect in a simple drapery curtain. 60 inches wide 26 image/jpeg blue_bizarre.d2_lg.jpg 667672 2008-12-08T18:02:02Z image/jpeg blue_bizarre_print._full_width_lg.jpg 643282 2008-12-08T18:02:03Z image/jpeg blue_bizarre.d3_lg.jpg 705615 2008-12-08T18:02:03Z image/jpeg blue_bizzarre_sample_curtain.jpg 2575328 2008-12-08T18:02:04Z All Linen $40/yard 234-60 2009-11-17T18:50:28Z true 28.0 We offer this mid-weight linen in four neutral shades, from completely unbleached—the grey brown color of flax, to a bright creamy white. Textiles like this were widely used during the 18th and 19th centuries for household linens, clothing, curtains, embroidery ground, etc. As in the period, they are somewhat stiff when new. Alternating use with washing and pressing will soften the linen fiber while tightening the weave, resulting in a sturdy fabric that can be relied on for everyday use. 60 inches wide 6 image/jpeg commonwt_crwh_lg.jpg 582326 2008-11-28T22:09:39Z image/jpeg commonwt_hbl_lg.jpg 538877 2008-11-28T22:01:52Z image/jpeg commonwt_tan_lg.jpg 524351 2008-11-28T22:01:53Z image/jpeg commonwt_unbl_lg.jpg 662971 2008-11-28T22:09:41Z 100% linen, unbleached, 1/2 bleached, ecru or creamy white $28 per yard 210 2009-11-17T17:08:08Z true 20.0 This fine, white pattern woven linen is a rare find for making towels and small napkins. It was valued in the 18th and 19th century for the increased ability to absorb water due to the floating threads in the weave structure; as well as the attractiveness of the overall pattern. 17 inches wide 9 image/jpeg huckaback_lg.jpg 563454 2008-11-28T22:03:29Z 100% linen, bleached white $20 per yard 223 2008-11-28T22:03:30Z true 48.0 This firmly woven linen twill is suitable for Jacobean crewel work. It was also used during the 17th and 18th centuries for clothing, table covers, and other household linens. It is rather stiff when new but both thickens and softens with use and laundering. It is probably one of the most durable linens we offer. 52 inches wide 11 image/jpeg linen_twill.jpg 363445 2009-01-12T16:47:46Z All linen, 52 inches wide $48 per yard 209-52 2009-01-12T16:47:46Z true 29.0 White linen suitable for sheets and tablecloths. This price is for 60 inches wide material. If you need 36, 54, 70 or even 90 inches wide, send us an email inquiry for a price & availability quote 60 inches wide 8 image/jpeg med_wt.JPG 2726299 2009-01-12T16:58:14Z all linen $29 per yard 206 2009-01-12T16:58:18Z true 160.0 These simple blanket resemble tradegoods of the 18th century. Made from a single width of broad (60 inch wide) wool, they are wide enough for a single bed. 60 inches wide x 90 inches long 18 image/jpeg bluewpblanketd1_lg.jpg 201730 2008-12-08T17:45:05Z image/jpeg bluewpblanket_lg.jpg 222091 2008-12-08T17:45:05Z All wool $160 each BLN 2008-12-08T17:45:06Z true 35.0 These pillows are made slightly more narrow than their modern counterparts to fit period cases of 18 inch width. We always have covers in a variety of colors and stripe patterns--tell us if you have a preference; or we'd be happy to surprise you. 27 x 18 inches 29 image/jpeg P1030337.JPG 2006246 2009-10-20T20:24:31Z image/jpeg P1030333.JPG 2302767 2009-10-20T20:24:34Z image/jpeg 18th_century_bed_pillow.jpg 50043 2009-10-20T20:24:36Z Cotton ticking cover filled with feathers $35 each 688 2009-10-20T20:24:37Z true 40.0 The smooth ground fabric of this cotton print is of excellent quality. The tropical island scenery & nautical motifs are crisply printed in a strong period appropriate red. The overall photo shows a full width and just over one lengthwise repeat. 39 inches wide x 30 yards length 24 image/jpeg red_toile.d1.jpg 891833 2008-12-08T15:16:51Z image/jpeg red_toile.d2.jpg 1439590 2008-12-08T15:16:52Z image/jpeg red_toile.jpg 4292787 2008-12-08T15:16:53Z Printed cotton, 39 inches wide $40/yard 230-39 2009-11-17T19:09:42Z true 28.0 Small cast rings are used on the back of drapery or festoon curtains to guide the cording with which they are raised and lowered. These are excellent quality, smoothly finished rings that avoid the risk of rust damage because they are made of brass. 3/8 inch interior diameter 5 image/jpeg cast_brass_line_ring_med.jpg 56393 2008-11-28T21:59:40Z Cast Brass $28 per pkg of 100 800-3/8 2009-11-17T17:58:57Z true 80.0 These are cast brass rings with a light coating of lacquer to maintain their shine. The finish wears off gradually with use. We use these for both bed and window curtains, spaced 6-8 inches apart, depending on the size and material of the curtains. 3/4 inch interior diam., 1 inch overall diam. 4 image/jpeg cast_brass_curtain_ring_med.jpg 75005 2008-11-28T21:58:37Z Cast Brass $80 per pkg of 100 800-3/4 2009-11-17T17:59:57Z true 24.0 2009-01-12T17:17:47Z Plain woven, unbleached cotton tape for trimming edges of curtain, bed hangings, etc. This material is unfinished and therefore, dye receptive. one inch wide 38 image/jpeg 306_cotton_tape.jpg 1444939 2009-01-12T17:17:46Z all cotton $24 per 36 yard roll 307 2009-01-12T17:17:47Z true 8.5 Unbleached and untreated with any finish whatsoever, this fine cotton material is suitable for both historical & conservation uses. 45 inches wide 13 image/jpeg unbl_muslin.JPG 2640581 2009-01-12T17:01:19Z all cotton $8.50 per yard 433 2009-01-12T17:01:22Z true 28.5 2009-11-06T20:33:54Z This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, as well as very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. It is available in all the same colors as our small skeins. Refer to the photos on each page to select the colors you want to order. 640 yards per twist 45 image/jpeg 640yd_worsted_shades.jpg 647401 2009-11-06T20:35:15Z image/jpeg _42.jpg 72137 2009-11-17T16:57:21Z image/jpeg Worsted_shades-full_range.jpg 2656683 2009-11-17T16:59:54Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $28.50 101-640 2009-11-17T19:06:20Z true 18.0 2009-11-06T20:32:09Z This is the wool yarn we use most for our reproduction embroidery work. It is smooth & slightly lustrous, very dye receptive for our vegetable dyeing process and as close as we've found to the wirey texture of period crewel yarns. <p>It is available in all the same colors as our small skeins. Refer to the photos on each page to select the colors you want to order. 320 yards per twist 43 image/jpeg 320yd_worsted_shades.jpg 406982 2009-11-06T20:32:09Z image/jpeg _42.jpg 72137 2009-11-17T18:25:13Z image/jpeg Worsted_shades-full_range.jpg 2656683 2009-11-17T18:25:13Z 100% worsted wool, size 2/16 $18.00 101-320 2009-11-17T19:07:21Z true 8.0 We use handmade vegetable dyed wool cording to trim cushions, make cord & tassel picture hangers, and draw up cording for drapery curtains. We always have 6-10 colors on hand and will make them up in any of our veg dyed color range. approx 9/16 inch diameter 16 image/jpeg handmade_wool_cord.jpg 161814 2009-11-06T21:14:01Z image/jpeg handmade_wool_cord_length.jpg 620650 2009-11-06T21:14:02Z 100% worsted wool $8.00 per yard 459-w 2009-11-06T21:14:02Z true For cushion corners and cording ends, these small wool tassels are the perfect finishing touch. We offer them in all our vegetable dyed shades and make them to order in the color and size you specify. 2 inches to 3 1/2 inches tall 15 image/jpeg gold_handmade_tassels_med.jpg 79181 2008-11-28T22:07:17Z image/jpeg handmade_tassel__med.jpg 62929 2008-11-28T22:07:18Z image/jpeg rust_tasseled_cushion_lg.jpg 261317 2008-11-28T22:07:18Z image/jpeg handmade_tassel_set_med.jpg 123905 2008-11-28T22:07:18Z Veg dyed worsted wool $16 each 365 2008-11-28T22:07:18Z true 16.0 2009-01-12T17:11:31Z This is a material we use at least once a week on some project or another. In addition to the photo on this page, you can see its many applications on the Gallery and Custom Work pages of our site. It is a very good approximation of its period counterpart which was folded to bind cut edges on garments, bed hangings & counterpanes, sewing & fashion accessories, etc. It was also sewn flat to ornament upholstery and furnishings and attached to form ties for closures on a wide variety of period items. <p>The fiber in this tape is long and slightly lustrous and dyes beautifully with vegetable dyes. We routinely dye it for our own work and will dye it to order for your project. The colors listed in the drop down menu are our most popular and ones that we often have on hand. <p>Pricing varies by width, not all of which come from the same source; and with currency exchange rates. Choose according to your needs and your budget. 5/8 inches wide 37 image/jpeg wool_tape.d1.jpg 195056 2009-01-12T17:11:29Z image/jpeg wool_tape_narrow_widths.jpg 2829447 2009-01-12T17:11:29Z 100% worsted wool $16.00 per yard 335-5/8D 2009-11-17T18:58:26Z true 12.0 This is a material we use at least once a week on some project or another. In addition to the photo on this page, you can see its many applications on the Gallery and Custom Work pages of our site. It is a very good approximation of its period counterpart which was folded to bind cut edges on garments, bed hangings & counterpanes, sewing & fashion accessories, etc. It was also sewn flat to ornament upholstery and furnishings and attached to form ties for closures on a wide variety of period items. The fiber in this tape is long and slightly lustrous and dyes beautifully with vegetable dyes. We routinely dye it for our own work and will dye it to order for your project. Pricing varies by width, not all of which come from the same source; and with currency exchange rates. Choose according to your needs and your budget. one inch wide 21 image/jpeg wool_tape.d1.jpg 195056 2008-12-08T20:57:34Z image/jpeg wool_tape_narrow_widths.jpg 2829447 2008-12-08T20:57:34Z image/jpeg 4_1 2252950 2008-12-08T20:57:36Z image/jpeg wool_tape_widest.jpg 2358226 2008-12-08T20:57:37Z All worsted wool $12.00 per yard 335-1 2009-08-11T13:45:19Z true 11.0 2009-11-17T19:00:10Z This is a material we use at least once a week on some project or another. In addition to the photo on this page, you can see its many applications on the Gallery and Custom Work pages of our site. It is a very good approximation of its period counterpart which was folded to bind cut edges on garments, bed hangings & counterpanes, sewing & fashion accessories, etc. It was also sewn flat to ornament upholstery and furnishings and attached to form ties for closures on a wide variety of period items. The fiber in this tape is long and slightly lustrous and dyes beautifully with vegetable dyes. We routinely dye it for our own work and will dye it to order for your project. The colors listed in the drop down menu are our most popular and ones that we often have on hand. Pricing varies by width, not all of which come from the same source; and with currency exchange rates. Choose according to your needs and your budget. 3/4 inches wide 54 image/jpeg wool_tape.d1.jpg 195056 2009-11-17T19:02:05Z 100% worsted wool $11 per yard 335-3/4D 2009-11-17T19:02:05Z true 8.0 2009-11-06T20:16:54Z Use this natural white wool tape to bind edges as it is or dye it to the exact color you need. 1 inch wide 41 image/jpeg 1inch_wool_twill.jpg 87681 2009-11-06T20:16:53Z 100% worsted wool $8.00 per yard 335-1U 2009-11-17T19:10:38Z true 6.0 2009-11-17T19:12:00Z Use this natural white wool tape to bind edges as it is or dye it to the exact color you need. 3/4 inch wide 55 image/jpeg 4inch_wool_twill.jpg 65763 2009-11-17T19:11:59Z 100% worsted wool $6 per yard 335-3/4U 2009-11-17T19:12:00Z