Tawny Owl Feather Metalwork Embroidery Kit - Beginner

Combine the beautiful embroidery technique of metal thread work with decorative surface stitching to create this contemporary owl feather.

This simple design introduces a range of gilt metal threads including pearl purl, bright check and Japanese thread using the techniques of chipping and couching. The decorative embroidery stitches include split stitch, long and short stitch and fly stitch.

This kit includes the threads and needles required to complete this beautiful hand embroidery, along with a champagne coloured satin background fabric with pre-printed design. A clear instruction booklet, with step by step photographs, guides easily through the project.

Difficulty level: beginner

Size: 5.5cm x 10.5

Materials included in the kit: calico fabric, champagne synthetic silk, size 9 embroidery needle, plunging needle, DMC stranded cotton threads, gilt metal threads: pearl purl, Japanese thread and bright check, Gutermann machine thread and beeswax

Additional equipment required: 8 inch ring frame and embroidery scissors