Description

In this kit you can make a stylish Heron design, embroidered in 4 Metalwork techniques over a layer of craft felt and soft string padding.

The bird is embroidered with silver plated threads in a variety of stitches including Couching, Or Nue (couching with a colour) and Cutwork, all traditional skills in this beautiful style of embroidery. Colour is also introduced in the wing using silk covered metal threads.

Clear illustrated instructions will guide you through this hand embroidery project, which once completed can be mounted and hung in the little wooden hoop provided (optional).

The finished bird embroidery measures approximately 8x9cm, and the wooden hoop is 11cm diameter.

All kits are designed by Becky Hogg Embroidery and produced in the U.K.

Suitable for all levels of ability, but not suitable for children.

Other designs are also available in this series.