Description

NEW; DISTANCE LEARNING COURSE AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE WITH THIS KIT.

As an exciting new addition to the Well Embroidered range, we are now offering alongside this kit, a distance learning course.

Learn how to make this stunning goldwork brooch inspired by the glitz and glamour of the roaring 20’s.  A unique and individual piece of jewellery that will ensure you stand out at every party. The design is worked on a stylish and high quality black Melton and you will learn how to work the following techniques; felt padding (multiple layers), Pearl purl outline, overstretched Pearl purl, chipping, couched passing, S-ing with spangles and burden in smooth purl. You will also learn how to make the design into a brooch.

The design is aimed at people with a good knowledge of embroidery and it would be beneficial if you are familiar with some of the basic goldwork techniques.

Finished size of the embroidered brooch is 8.5cm.

DISTANCE LEARNING COURSE, WHAT’S INCLUDED;

• You will have unlimited access to 11 instructional videos, totalling over 2 hours and taught by Sara Rickards. Sara graduated from the Royal School Needlework with a distinction and has over 14+ years experience in teaching embroidery. Each video demonstrates one technique and Sara will talk through all the little hints and tips she has learnt over the years that will help you to achieve the best possible results. The videos also included a few common mistakes and how to fix them.
• You will need internet access to complete this course.
• You will also receive a PDF copy of the instructions and the template so you are able to transfer the design onto your own fabric.
• A comprehensive material list will be supplied with a list of suggested UK suppliers. I am sorry that I can not provide a suppliers list for other countries. Please note; If you purchase this option you will need to source all of your own materials.
• Access to Well Embroidered Stitching Support group on Facebook or you can email any questions you may have.

KIT, WHAT’S INCLUDED;

• Detailed instruction booklet, which will step by step teach you each goldwork stitch, along with starting and finishing your thread, preparing your fabrics and making up the finished brooch. There are also additional hints and tips to help you with this project.
• Black Melton and backing fabric, ample supply of all gold threads and wires, felt for padding, machine thread, 1x skein of stranded cotton, beeswax, variety of needles, buttonhole thread, brooch back.
• This embroidery kit comes in a beautiful presentation box making it the ideal gift for yourself or someone else.
• Access to Well Embroidered Stitching Support group on Facebook, or you can email any questions you may have.

You will also need; Embroidery scissors, 8″ ring frame, glass headed pins, wallpaper paste, jewellery adhesive.

These items can be helpful but are not essential; Mellor, curved needle, velvet board, tweezers.

DISTANCE LEARNING COURSE + KIT, WHAT’S INCLUDED; basically all of the above.

• You will have unlimited access to 11 instructional videos, totalling over 2 hours and taught by Sara Rickards. Sara graduated from the Royal School Needlework with a distinction and has over 14+ years experience in teaching embroidery. Each video demonstrates one technique and Sara will talk through all the little hints and tips she has learnt over the years that will help you to achieve the best possible results. The videos also included a few common mistakes and how to fix them.
• Detailed instruction booklet, which will step by step teach you each goldwork stitch, along with starting and finishing your thread, preparing your fabrics and making up the finished brooch. There are also additional hints and tips to help you with this project.
• Black Melton and backing fabric, ample supply of all gold threads and wires, felt for padding, machine thread, 1x skein of stranded cotton, beeswax, variety of needles, buttonhole thread, brooch back.
• The embroidery kit comes in a beautiful presentation box making it the ideal gift for yourself or someone else.
• Access to Well Embroidered Stitching Support group on Facebook or you can email any questions you may have.

You will also need; Embroidery scissors, 8″ ring frame, glass headed pins, wallpaper paste, jewellery adhesive.

These items can be helpful but are not essential; Mellor, curved needle, velvet board, tweezers.