Description and Details
This Sajou Museum Heritage Bayeux Tapestry embroidery kit allows you to recreate The Pledge of Bayeux, a narrative scene from the historic Bayeux Tapestry that depicts key events and symbols from the Norman Conquest of England in 1066.
Designed as part of the museum heritage series from Sajou, a respected French needlework brand, this kit brings together quality components and clear instructions to support a rewarding and meaningful heritage stitching project.
What the Kit Contains
* Printed pattern chart accurately based on The Pledge of Bayeux section of the original tapestry
* Linen fabric piece specially selected for counted embroidery.
* Premium embroidery threads in carefully matched shades.
* Embroidery needle ready to use.
* Finishing instructions including guidance on mounting and display.
Finished Size.
When complete, the embroidered panel measures approximately 20 cm wide by 14 cm high. This makes it easy to frame or mount as a decorative piece for your home or studio.
Project Experience
The printed pattern chart shows the motif with clear symbols and colour guidance. Use the premium threads and linen fabric to stitch the design using counted cross stitch or other traditional heritage techniques. The finished piece can be framed or displayed as textile art that references one of the most famous embroidered narratives in history.
This kit is suited to experienced stitchers and tapestry enthusiasts who enjoy larger, heritage inspired embroidery projects. It also makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who appreciates traditional craft, medieval history or museum style needlework.
Size of motif:
268 points 67 points. If sewn on 12 count embroidery linen: 45cm x 11,5cm.
This kit contains:
* A full-colour pattern chart printed on a large 60cm x 29cm sheet of paper;
* 70 x 25cm piece of sand coloured linen embroidery fabric;
* 10 Laine Saint-Pierre cards in following colours: 422 x 3 - 450 x 2 - 648 x 2,, 814 x 1 - 845 x 1 - 930 x 1;
* A Sajou “Créé par moi” label (Made by me). Presented in a lovely Sajou cardboard re-usable box.
Materials and Care Tips
Materials Details:
Printed pattern chart, Linen fabric, Premium embroidery threads, Embroidery needle, Finishing instructions
Before stitching:
Gently press the linen to remove creases before beginning. Use an embroidery hoop or frame to maintain even tension throughout stitching.
During stitching:
Organise threads by shade for efficient working. Ensure good lighting to maintain stitch accuracy.
After stitching:
If necessary, wash gently by hand in cool water. Press from the reverse with a cloth over the stitched surface. Avoid bleach or strong detergents.
