Traditional Slate Frames for Embroidery from Leon Conrad Designs


Traditional Slate Frames for Embroidery and the 'Dinosaur' Floor Stand

Traditional wooden slate frames have been used by embroiderers for around 800 years. They are the only frames recommended by The Royal School of Needlework. I've tried most of the others on the market, and have not found anything to match these.

Traditional slate frames keep your fabric taut and drum tight both vertically and horizontally, which is extremely difficult to achieve with a roller frame.

The frames come in various sizes and are fitted with high quality webbing. For historical settings, these frames can be supplied without webbing if required. This will allow you to lace around the 4 sides of the frame, in the manner shown in some period engravings.

Slate frame kits are currently available in 12 and 16 inch square and 27 x 18 inch sizes.

Or make up your own frame to suit a particular project - ranging from 8 x 12 inches to 49 x 28 inches, and many sizes and combinations in between to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect combination!

The term 'Heavy Duty' denotes a stronger construction which will maintain greater tension, and is suitable for larger projects which are likely to be mounted on the slate frame for a longer period. Heavy Duty Horizontal and Vertical components are designed to work together.

If you have not used a slate frame before, I respectfully recommend a Slate Frame Kit to start with. Each frame kit contains the following:

(1) A pair of horizontal bars with webbing attached for the top and bottom of the frame
(2) A pair of stretcher bars with holes in them for the sides of the frame
(3) A set of 4 solid wooden pegs designed so they will not fall out once in place
(4) A piece of backing fabric to fit the frame dimensions
(5) Lacing thread
(6) A pair of wooden dowels
(7) Full instructions on assembly and tips on use.

12" Traditional Wooden Slate Frame Kit: £29.99/$45.00
Suitable for designs such as The Elizabethan Elegance Series

Ref SF12

16" Traditional Wooden Slate Frame Kit: £34.99/$52.50
Suitable for designs such as Flowers of Joy in Blue, Golden Sun Rays, Tudor Rose, and English Rose
Ref SF16

27 x 18" Traditional Wooden Slate Frame Kit: £39.99/$60.00
Suitable for designs such as Queene Besse's Chesse Boarde and Round and Round the Garden shown above.
Ref SF27

The Dinosaur Floor Stand

The most versatile floor stand on the market today. Sturdy, stable and flexible. Very easy to assemble and take apart.
Will fold down with ease to fit on the back seat of a car when travelling to a class.
Photos to follow.
Please ask for further information

'Mix and Match' Slate Frame Components - Make up your own Slate Frame!

Ref
Description
Price
SFRB8
Pair of 8 inch Horizontal bars with tape
£10.08
$16.73
SFRB12
Pair of 12 inch Horizontal bars with tape
£10.43
$17.41
SFRB16
Pair of 16 inch Horizontal bars with tape
£10.43
$17.41
SFRB18
Pair of 18 inch Horizontal bars with tape
£11.09
$18.40
SFRB20
Pair of 20 inch Horizontal bars with tape
£11.30
$18.75
SFRB24
Pair of 24 inch Horizontal bars with tape
£11.74
$19.49
SFRB24HD
Pair of 24 inch Heavy Duty Horizontal bars with tape
£17.04
$28.28
SFRB27
Pair of 27 inch Horizontal bars with tape
£12.22
$20.29
SFRB30HD
Pair of 30 inch Heavy Duty Horizontal bars with tape
£17.04
$28.28
SFRB36HD
Pair of 36 inch Heavy Duty Horizontal bars with tape
£19.39
$32.18
SFRB40HD
Pair of 40 inch Heavy Duty Horizontal bars with tape
£10.08
$16.73
SFRB49HD
Pair of 49 inch Heavy Duty Horizontal bars with tape
£22.03
$36.57
SFSB12
Pair of 12 inch Vertical stretcher bars with holes
£4.11
$6.82
SFSB14
Pair of 14 inch Vertical stretcher bars with holes
£4.41
$7.32
SFSB16
Pair of 16 inch Vertical stretcher bars with holes
£4.64
$7.70
SFSB18
Pair of 18 inch Vertical stretcher bars with holes
£4.84
$8.03
SFSB18HD
Pair of 18 inch Heavy Duty Vertical stretcher bars with holes
£6.76
$11.22
SFSB22HD
Pair of 22 inch Heavy Duty Vertical stretcher bars with holes
£7.93
$13.16
SFSB28HD
Pair of 28 inch Heavy Duty Vertical stretcher bars with holes
£9.69
$16.09
SFSP
Set of Four Turned Wooden Pegs
£4.41
$7.32
DINO
The Dinosaur Stand for Slate Frames up to 16"
£52.50
$85.00


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