The classic silk of the middle ages- blue with clusters of three white dots. Cintamani silk was extensively seen in 13th and very early 14th century art. Less common are red or green. Surcote stitched by hand in silk and lined with silk.

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A stab stitch on a linen facing around the neck of a new 14th century surcote.

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Two rows of stitching all the way around the neck and it's finished!

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Returning to this 14th century wool surcote to add in the linen reinforcing strip around the neck opening.

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