Associate Matron OES Sash – Navy Velvet Gold Fringe Hand Embroidered Eastern Star

Description

Associate Matron OES Sash – Navy Velvet Gold Fringe Hand Embroidered Eastern Star

Associate Matron OES Sash carries the full visual identity of the Order of the Eastern Star in every thread. The navy velvet body runs the full diagonal length from shoulder to hip — a deep, pile-rich fabric that holds its color through repeated Chapter evenings without the surface dulling that cheaper velvet blends show after a season of wear.

Gold hand embroidery runs along the sash length in a vine-work pattern — stems, florals, and five-pointed stars positioned at intervals that follow the natural fall of the sash when worn. Each embroidered element is worked by hand using gold bullion thread, which means the relief sits above the velvet surface rather than being pressed flat into the pile. Under Chapter room lighting, that raised thread catches the light differently from the velvet ground, giving the embroidery a depth that machine-stitched work cannot produce.

Gold fringe finishes both ends of the sash, adding weight that keeps the fabric lying flat against formal dress during ceremony. The red lining visible at the reverse provides a clean finish on the back face — so the sash reads correctly from both sides when the wearer is in procession or seated at the Chapter table.

Custom Lodge name and number can be embroidered near the top end of the sash — as visible in the displayed examples — making each piece specific to the Chapter it represents rather than a generic officer sash. The sash direction is selectable at order: right shoulder to left hip, or left shoulder to right hip, depending on Chapter custom and officer position.

Three vine-work configurations are available. Type A carries fringe along the full length of one side in addition to both ends — the heaviest and most formal presentation. Type B uses end fringe only with vine-work — cleaner for Chapters that prefer a less ornate silhouette. Type C removes the vine-work entirely, retaining end fringe only — the most minimal option for jurisdictions with specific dress regulations.

The hand embroidery, the velvet body, and the configurable fringe options make this sash a complete ceremonial garment built to the Associate Matron’s specific Chapter requirements.

Product Features

Deep navy velvet sash body

Dense pile fabric holds its color and surface texture through repeated Eastern Star Chapter evenings — resists the dulling and pile compression that lower-grade velvet shows after regular wear.

Gold bullion hand embroidery — vine-work and stars

Each element worked by hand with raised gold thread that sits above the velvet surface — produces visible depth and light variation that machine embroidery cannot replicate.

Gold fringe at both ends

Weighted fringe anchors both ends of the sash, keeping the full length lying flat against formal dress during procession and seated ceremony.

Red lining on reverse face

Clean finish on the back of the sash — reads correctly from both sides when the Associate Matron is in procession or visible from multiple angles in the Chapter room.

Selectable sash direction

Order specified as right shoulder to left hip or left shoulder to right hip — correct orientation for the Associate Matron’s position within the Chapter layout.

Three vine-work and fringe configurations

Type A, B, or C available — ranging from full-length side fringe with vine-work to plain end-fringe only — accommodating different Chapter dress regulations and officer preferences.

Specifications

Material: Navy velvet Embroidery: Hand embroidered gold bullion Fringe: Gold fringe both ends Lining: Red reverse lining Direction Options: Right Shoulder to Left Hip Left Shoulder to Right Hip Vine-work Options: Type A — Vine-work with fringe all along one side Type B — Vine-work with fringe on bottom only Type C — No vine-work with fringe on bottom only Custom: Lodge name and number embroiderable on request

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Associate Matron OES Sash – navy velvet gold hand embroidered fringe sash for Order of the Eastern Star

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Q: Can the Lodge name and number be embroidered on this sash?

A: Yes. As shown in the product images, the Chapter name and number can be hand embroidered near the top end of the sash — making each piece specific to the Chapter it represents.

Q: What is the difference between the three vine-work options?

A: Type A features vine-work with fringe running the full length of one side plus both ends — the most formal presentation. Type B has vine-work with end fringe only. Type C removes the vine-work entirely and retains end fringe only — the cleanest option for stricter dress regulations.

Q: How is the sash direction determined?

A: Sash direction is selected at the time of order — right shoulder to left hip or left shoulder to right hip — based on the Associate Matron’s position within the Chapter and local custom.