Realistic Embroidery Techniques
Materials
A course by Emillie Ferris , Embroidery Artist
About the video: Materials
Overview
“Embroidery is a humble art form and doesn’t require any expensive materials. I will show you the materials you need to paint with thread, using examples from my own toolkit. In particular, I will show you the materials needed to embroider the final project. ”
In this video lesson Emillie Ferris addresses the topic: Materials, which is part of the Domestika online course: Realistic Embroidery Techniques. Learn how to create realistic embroidered pieces using the long and short stitch technique.
Partial transcription of the video
“Materials In this lesson I'll introduce you to the materials for this course. Not only are these materials perfect for learning how to embroider the main butterfly, but they're also great for beginning in general. If you've never embroidered before, these are all the basics you need. The first thing you need is the embroidery floss. I love to use DMC because there's over 500 colours available. Having these many colours to choose from is perfect if you're looking to embroider realistic art. Another reason I love to use DMC is because it's colourfast. It means it'll stand the test of time whe...”
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Course summary for: Realistic Embroidery Techniques
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Category
Craft -
Areas
Embroidery, Textile Design, Traditional illustration

Emillie Ferris
A course by Emillie Ferris
Emillie Ferris is a self-taught artist using traditional embroidery methods to create contemporary embroidery patterns, kits, pins, and original hoop art.
After some years of embroidering for her own enjoyment, she began receiving custom pet portrait requests, allowing her to start a gradual transition into embroidering full-time. In 2018, she began taking steps to expand her business by teaching others and sharing her love for embroidery.
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