Introduction to Gold Embroidery
Frame and padding 1
A course by Elena Ciarrocchi , Embroidery Artist
About the video: Frame and padding 1
Overview
“In this lesson, we will see how to create the perfect felt padding, so that we have the perfect base for our embroidery.”
In this video lesson Elena Ciarrocchi addresses the topic: Frame and padding 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Gold Embroidery. Learn traditional techniques to create 3D gold embroidery pieces for clothes and accessories .
Partial transcription of the video
“The Frame and Padding In this lesson, I will show you how to assemble the frame and we will do some exercises to create a perfect base for your embroidery. There are several ways to pad a surface for embroidery. Twine, cardboard, and leather, for example. I will teach you how to pad with felt because it gives your work a three-dimensional effect. As a first step, you will draw two leaves on the fabric. I already did that here. At this point, I need to go secure the fabric onto the frame. Just use an embroidery hoop, which you can find in a notions store and that consists of two rings, a sma...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Gold Embroidery
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Embroidery, Traditional illustration
Elena Ciarrocchi
A course by Elena Ciarrocchi
Elena Ciarrocchi is a professional embroidery artist. She earned a degree in painting at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Bologna but ultimately decided to pursue her passion for embroidery by taking a variety of courses across Italy.
She gained experience in a costume shop, where she embroidery historical garments, and later in a footwear company. After honing her craft, she decided to open her own business, focusing on goldwork embroidery, and specialize in embroidering holy vestments and recovering this ancient art form. When she's not working for clients, she enjoys creating more personal compositions where she experiments with different materials and techniques.
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