Becket Miracle Hand Quilting Kit – Inspired by Canterbury Cathedral

Discover the pleasure of traditional hand quilting with the Becket Miracle Hand Quilting Kit, an exclusive design by Jacqui Cotterill for The Quilters' Guild.

Inspired by the famous Thomas Becket Miracle Windows in Canterbury Cathedral, this beautiful hand quilting project brings together medieval architecture, historic symbolism and traditional quilting techniques.

Part of our much-loved Pattern Box collection, the Becket Miracle design offers an opportunity to explore Britain's rich quilting heritage while creating a beautifully textured piece of your own.

A Design Rich in History

The design draws inspiration from the remarkable stained-glass Miracle Windows in the Trinity Chapel of Canterbury Cathedral, which depict stories associated with Thomas Becket.

Canterbury Cathedral also holds a special place in British quilting history. It is home to the Black Prince's quilted arming coat, dating from 1376 and believed to be the oldest surviving example of hand quilting in the British Isles.

Jacqui's design brings these historical influences together through a series of carefully chosen quilting motifs:

• Cathedral arches and window forms, reflecting Canterbury's medieval architecture.

• Traditional clamshell quilting, a familiar motif in historic quiltmaking.

• Intersecting circles, inspired by medieval decorative patterns.

• Pilgrim scallop shells, placed in each corner to reflect the symbolism of pilgrimage.

Together, these elements create a distinctive hand quilting design that celebrates both craftsmanship and history.

Designed by Jacqui Cotterill

Created exclusively for The Quilters' Guild by Canterbury-based quilter and history enthusiast Jacqui Cotterill, the Becket Miracle design reflects her interest in traditional quilting and historical inspiration.

With its combination of familiar quilting motifs and more intricate decorative details, the project offers an enjoyable challenge for experienced hand quilters and adventurous beginners.

Kit Details

• Design: Becket Miracle

• Designer: Jacqui Cotterill

• Finished design: 18 × 18 inches

• Technique: Traditional hand quilting

• Price: £28.95

• For a full breakdown of what's included in your box, please see the second product image.

A Thoughtful Gift for Hand Quilters

Whether you're looking for a new hand quilting project, a creative gift for a quilting friend or an opportunity to explore traditional stitching techniques, the Becket Miracle Kit offers something special.

It's a project to enjoy at your own pace, with a finished piece that celebrates centuries of British textile history.

Supporting Britain's Quilting Heritage

Every purchase from Quiltworks helps support The Quilters' Guild of the British Isles and its work preserving, researching and sharing Britain's quilting heritage for future generations.