I love my job. I get to meet some interesting people with great stories to tell about the items that have been in thier family for decades, historic treasures that are revered because of the real and living people they once belonged to. Catherine Inchbald, a writer, understands the importance of family tradition, represented in something as simple as a wedding veil. Not just any veil, one of Belgain lace, a particulary fine and light applique lace that was as sought after a h

I love working at Parham House in the winter; to be left alone in those quiet rooms containing so much history is an enriching experience. It was a long job, couching so many loose weft threads to the original backing fabric, so I employed former Royal School of Needlework teacher, Flo Collingwood, to help me out. https://www.parhaminsussex.co.uk/parham-tapestry-restoration/?fbclid=IwAR0WDDkVCDpC-r3d1jEaTlfIKCitp_m-7EbAALLFXG5bifEQf90UxfpcqqA Below: detail of male figure