Learn Goldwork at Home

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Saturdays 13th April and 11th May 2024 - 13:00 to 16:00. This class is taught in two sessions of 3 hours each (6 hours in total).

Goldwork has been taken to the next level with this contemporary design. Incognito demonstrates how you can mix traditional techniques with contemporary embroidery to create a delight in texture and colour.

We will begin by introducing the string padding for the linear work. In the second stage, you will learn how to stitch the beads, sequins, and crystals. Finally, you will stitch the silver grid using smooth silver purl and gold rough purl.

In the second session, we will practise how to stitch the essing with gold and silver purl, including the transitions from a thicker to a thinner part of the design. The crystals on settings will be added last to create some depth and sparkle.

Some pre-work prior to the class is required. Stitching the gold and silver pearl purls will be necessary before the class to allow time for more challenging steps in the class. The kit and detailed instructions will be sent 1 month before the class starts to allow time for you to do the pre-work.

Homework between both sessions will be required to ensure a smooth transition in the class. It is recommended to finish all the steps taught in the first session, including stitching the bump padding, all the lines of beads and sequins, and the gold and silver grid.

The aim of this goldwork class is for someone who has knowledge of goldwork but would like to improve their skills to reach the next level.

The class is pitched towards intermediate-advanced students, and the limited class size will allow you to develop at your own pace with plenty of one-to-one time with the tutor.

I have been inspired by Venetian masks, and I wanted to recreate the magic with this new design, Incognito, combining my two favourite techniques: Goldwork and Beading. I wanted this mask to be classy but sparkly, combining a wide range of materials from beads, gold and silver purl, and crystals.

The finished piece size is approximately 16.5cm / 10cm (6.5 / 4in).

The class is pitched towards beginner students, and the limited class size will allow you to develop at your own pace with plenty of one-to-one time with the tutor.

This class is intermediate-advanced and suitable for someone who has knowledge of goldwork and would like to take their skills to the next level.
  The following items are included in this design:

• Satin fabric (with the artwork printed)
• Yellow Gutermann polyester thread
• White Gutermann polyester thread
• Gilt pearl purl n1: Extra
• Silver-plated pearl purl n1: Extra
• Gilt rough purl n9
• Silver-plated smooth purl n8
• White embroidery thread (Anchor brand)
• Clear flat sequins (4mm)
• 3-cut iridescent seed beads (10/0)
• Gold-lined seed beads (12/0)
• Silver-lined seed beads (12/0)
• Clear seed beads (12/0)
• White pearl beads (1.5mm)
• Xilion crystals (3mm)
• Chaton montee crystals (SS12)
• Chaton montee crystals (SS16)
• Navette sertie crystal (foiled silver)
• John James needles (2 sharp n12 and 2 embroidery needles n12)
• Beeswax
• Detailed instructions

Please note that for this design, you have the option between a white or a black background (see pictures). – A seated hoop, 8 or 10 inches, with webbing around the top ring
– Embroidery scissors
– Pins
– Pencil and eraser
– Notepad

Recommended but optional:
– Goldwork scissors
– Goldwork pad