Description
Join Jenny Adin-Christie, a skilled artisan in gold and metalwork embroidery, as she shares her insider knowledge on the world of gold thread in the Goldwork Master Class – Mistletoe Ornament. Craftsy and Toye Academy of Craft proudly present this special class designed for embroiderers of all levels to learn how to create an exquisite, handmade mistletoe ornament. In this class, you will learn advanced techniques used by master artisans like Jenny to take your skills to the next level and achieve a professional finish. Buy the class + make at home kit combination here.
Jenny walks you through a range of versatile gold and silver thread embroidery techniques that can be applied in many creative ways. With her expert guidance, you can explore the possibilities of couching, chipping, padding and other essential skills. Whatever your level of stitching experience may be, you can master this centuries-old art form.
This holiday, create something amazing for yourself or someone else. Our exclusive kit has everything you need to make your own embroidered mistletoe ornament, a handmade gem that is sure to make a great addition to your holiday decor or an amazing gift for anyone lucky enough to be on your list. Begin your journey into goldwork embroidery today!
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Overview
Syllabus
- Class Preview
- Introduction
- Stab Stitching the Design
- Working the Berry Using Applied Ruched ‘Tissue Silk’
- Working the Felt Padding
- Working the Silk Shaded Leaves and Stems
- Silk Shading
- Working the Stems
- Highlighting the Leaves and Stems Using Sketched Stitches in Gold
- Completing the Berries
- Filling the Uppermost Berry with ‘Chipping’ and Beads
- Padding the Large Leaves Using ‘Soft String’
- Couching the Outlines to the Mistletoe Leaves
- Tying Back
- Couching the Outline to the Triangle
- Working the Remaining Background Design Lines Using Overstretched Pearl Purl
- Working the ‘Cutwork’ Over the Pre-Worked Soft String Padding
- Spangles & Beads
- Apply Card
- Attaching Hanging Loop and Front & Back Elements
Taught by
Jenny Adin-Christie