'Love Heart' Silk Ribbon Embroidery Kit Colour:Red/Pink/Ivory

'Love Heart' Silk Ribbon Embroidery Kit Colour:Red/Pink/IvoryTechniques 9 ribbon stitches 1 embroidery stitch Crystals & beads Fits 10 inch (25cm) hoop With ivory duchesse satin and pure silk ribbons The term silk ribbon embroidery refers to any embroidery done with silk ribbons. It is a fantastic way to bring depth to embroidery and the ribbons have a lovely sheen. Ribbon embroidery was popular during the Victorian era, appearing on all sorts of items from home furnishings to garments. Once you have learnt the

Often mistaken for painted art

Introduction to fabric

others are cut and stitched through - like beads (cutwork)

20mm depth wooden hoop for enhanced grip

from early planning to stitching and finally to presentation

This butterfly design fits an 8" (20cm) ring frame

2 skeins Anchor stranded cotton

This technique has a long history all over the world

In the box you get full instructions for each stitch

The kit explores colour blending/shading in a simple way with detailed instructions and step-by-step photographs

lace thread

Drawn thread work