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Goldwork Master Class: Embroidered Heart Brooch

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Overview

Description This project allows you to create a unique and beautiful brooch while learning a broad range of stitch techniques fundamental to the art of metal thread or ‘goldwork’ embroidery.  Buy the class + make at home kit combination here. The project is inspired by Italian ‘Millefiori’ glass. This name translates as ‘a thousand flowers’, which is the beautiful technique of drawing multiple glass colors out into long canes, then slicing to reveal tiny floral patterns. These are combined to create the impression of a flower garden. My grandmother’s millefiori paperweight collection inspired me to create this design, which I much admired as a child. The project introduces you to a stunning range of traditional gilt metal threads such as ‘check thread,’ ‘passing,’ and ‘pearl purl,’ combined with beads, sequins, and colored smooth purls. You will learn how to work confidently with these beautiful threads while mastering the most fundamental techniques of this type of embroidery. The embroidery is worked over a domed base of wool felt and padding and is backed with wool baize and brooch pin, creating a highly professional finish and an heirloom treasure. The completed design makes a wonderful gift to a loved one or oneself!   Want to learn more about goldwork embroidery? Explore all kits, classes & more from Toye Academy of Craft. 

Syllabus

  • Class Preview
  • Introduction
  • Preparation
  • Padding the Heart Brooch Shape
  • Working the Outer Edging Band of the Brooch
  • Outlining the Outer Edging Band Using Pearl Purl
  • Outlining the Central Circle
  • Decorating the Outer Edge of the Central Circle
  • Working the Central Rose Motif
  • Filling in the Background
  • Final Embellishments
  • Plunging and Neatening the Tails of Metal Thread
  • Making up Your Completed Brooch

Taught by

Jenny Adin-Christie

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