Holbein
2026Jessica Andress
2 - 4 players
45 - 60 min
From BoardGameGeek
The First Board Game Dedicated Entirely to Blackwork Embroidery Holbein is a 2-4 player strategy game inspired by the historic blackwork embroidery of Tudor England. Draw stitches on your embroidery sampler, complete intricate patterns, and fulfill commissions for noble families. As your work grows, so does your reputation. Designed for players who enjoy thoughtful decisions, beautiful artwork, and historical themes, Holbein offers a peaceful but engaging competition that unfolds in about an hour. -description from the publisher
Which Holbein video should I watch?
Holbein has 2 videos from 1 creator: 1 how-to-play guide and 1 unboxing. They date from July to October 2026.
If you like it, try Nova Roma, Trails, Welcome To... or Crumbs!: The Sandwich Filler Game, which share several of its mechanics.
Creators who cover this
Jessica Andress
2 videos of this game
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About Holbein
From BoardGameGeek:
The First Board Game Dedicated Entirely to Blackwork Embroidery Holbein is a 2-4 player strategy game inspired by the historic blackwork embroidery of Tudor England. Draw stitches on your embroidery sampler, complete intricate patterns, and fulfill commissions for noble families. As your work grows, so does your reputation. Designed for players who enjoy thoughtful decisions, beautiful artwork, and historical themes, Holbein offers a peaceful but engaging competition that unfolds in about an hour. -description from the publisher
Designer
Jessica Andress
Publisher
Awkward Khameleon Games
Categories
EducationalMedievalPuzzleRenaissance
Mechanics
Action PointsContractsEnd Game BonusesRoll & Write / Paper-and-Pencil