Description
Compton and The Hare Tapestry kits by DMC and the Victoria and Albert Museum:
Compton
J.H. Dearle (1860-1932)
England, 1896
Celebrating creativity, the Victoria and Albert Museum is the world’s leading museum of art, design and performance. John Henry Dearle worked for Morris and Co. on textile designs during the turn of the 20th century. The legacy begins with John Henry Dearle becoming Morris and Co.’s first apprentice tapestry weaver. His talents lead to carrying on the Morris and Co. aesthetic as Artistic Director after William Morris’ death.
Technique: Tapestry
Kit Contents: DMC thread organizer, needle, 10 count printed tapestry canvas, complete instructions, 31 skeins of pure virgin tapestry wool in 13 colours.
Canvas Dimensions: 17.7 x 17.7 inches
Finished Dimensions: 13.8 x 13.8 inches
The Hare from The Forest tapestry
William Morris (1834-96)
England, 1887
Celebrating creativity, the V&A is the world’s leading museum of art, design and performance. Designer William Morris is highly regarded for his work in Arts and Crafts during the Victorian era. Unconventional for the time, William Morris’ focus went against industrial progression. His work crosses various mediums, from book designs to carpets and textiles.
Technique: Tapestry
Kit Contents: DMC thread organizer, needle, 10 count printed tapestry canvas, complete instructions, 44 skeins of pure virgin tapestry wool in 24 colours.
Canvas Dimensions: 17.7 x 17.7 inches
Finished Dimensions: 13.8 x 13.8 inches