'Budding Beauty' Jacobean Crewel Work Embroidery Kit Colour:Pink

'Budding Beauty' Jacobean Crewel Work Embroidery Kit Colour:PinkTechniques 4 outline stitches Laid Work Satin Stitch Raised Stem Stitch 6 decorative stitches 2 colour themes Fits 10 inch (25cm) hoop Some experience may be helpful to get the most from this kit With natural linen twill And natural dyed wool The term crewel work means embroidery with crewel wool threads on any fabric. The word Jacobean describes the style of the design influenced by English crewel work designs of the early 17th century. Jacobean

decorative and drawn thread stitches

20mm depth wooden hoop for enhanced grip

wire check

I intend to spend the first session demonstrating the traditional method of painting the design outlines (though you can draw with colour pencil or an ultra fine pen if you prefer) along with some planning of stitches and colours

blending smoothly from one colour to the next

bullion knots and feather stitch

6 decorative stitches

It is a perfect continuation from beginner projects or for a more experienced embroiderer who wants to revisit the stitches

a graduate apprentice and tutor of the RSN

as well as stunning contemporary designs

3 February

This design fits in an 8 inch ring frame and is ideal for confident beginners looking for a challenge