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- Sep 10, 2022
- 1 min
Mending the Soul
Sometimes projects have a profound impact and you can almost feel every stitch mend and nourish parts of your soul. The development of...


- May 27, 2022
- 2 min
Revealing the Sacred
Veiling does not hide or diminish, rather it reveals the dignity and honor that is due to what, or Who, lies beneath the veil. In...


- May 4, 2022
- 2 min
The Helmet of Salvation
An amice is a vital part of the Armor of God (Eph. 6.). Though it is a simple piece of white cloth it represents the Helmet of Salvation;...


- Mar 14, 2022
- 1 min
"It Takes Time to Build Castles"
I recently had the privilege of making a Vesperale for the Newry Cathedral in Northern Ireland. The sacristan, Dalton, contacted me...


- Mar 8, 2022
- 1 min
An Ounce of Prevention...
Every sacristan understands the immense value of this sentiment, especially when it comes to cleaning and preserving vestments. I imagine...


- Jan 3, 2022
- 1 min
Upcycling Meets Restoration
I am a purger by nature and prefer a clean workspace free of clutter. This could be a problem when a project is particularly messy and...


- Nov 9, 2021
- 2 min
Striking a Balance
When I receive a commission to restore vestments I enjoy hearing the story behind the piece. Sometimes it involves a dumpster dive, or ...