Combine the beautiful embroidery technique of metal thread work with decorative surface stitching to create this elegant swan feather.
This simple design introduces a range of silver plated metal threads including pearl purl, smooth purl, Japanese thread and bright check using the techniques of cutwork, chipping and couching. The decorative embroidery stitches include split stitch and long and short stitch.
This kit includes the threads and needles required to complete this beautiful hand embroidery, along with a silver satin background fabric with pre-printed design. A clear instruction booklet, with step by step photographs, guides easily through the project.
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Size: 6cm x 12cm
Materials included in the kit: calico fabric, silver synthetic silk, size 9 embroidery needle, size 24 chenille needle, plunging needle, DMC perle cotton threads, felt, silver plated metal threads: pearl purl, smooth purl, Japanese thread and bright check, Gutermann machine thread and beeswax
Additional equipment required: 8 inch ring frame and embroidery scissors
Other useful equipment: goldwork scissors
