The Embroidery Department

In the basement of Freemasons’ Hall can be found one of the building’s treasures – an Embroidery Department run by Mrs Anna Fernandes.

Mrs Fernandes and her highly skilled team have nearly 40 years experience specialising in the production of the highest quality banners from the original concept to the finished article. They can reproduce and replace an original banner or manufacture a new banner (from just a faxed original or a photocopy) using a library of stock designs and state of the art computer equipment, at all times taking the utmost care and showing great pride in excellent craftsmanship.

The Department will also make VSL (Volume of the Sacred Law) cushions, lectern and altar covers, alms bags, Craft cuffs and other Masonic items, as well as make and refurbish banners, regalia and gold works for other Masonic orders, churches and individuals.

One of Mrs Fernandes’ more unusual projects was to produce an embroidered jacket for a ‘hearing’ dog whose training had been funded by the Freemasons. The dog, ‘Coppers’, now escorts his owner to all Masonic meetings, proudly wearing a unique Masonic jacket.

Visitors are always welcome, although a telephone call beforehand will ensure your visit will not be wasted.

Mrs Fernandes regularly gives lectures to various Masonic and non-Masonic organisations.

Save Money

The Embroidery Department now sells embroidered skins. This means that when a Mason receives a promotion he will be able to keep his regalia and simply replace the skin. Embroidered badges are also on sale.

Second-hand Regalia

Mrs Fernandes would be pleased to receive unwanted second-hand regalia. Please think of sending such regalia to her rather than disposing of it in any other way! The more regalia she receives, the more she can refurbish to sell at a price which will suit Freemasons' pockets.

For more information please contact: Mrs Anna Fernandes
Embroidery Department, Freemasons’ Hall, 60 Great Queen Street, London, WC2B 5AZ
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7395 9281/286 Fax: +44 (0) 20 7831 6021 Email: Anna Fernandes