Introduction to Gold Embroidery
Transform the patch into an application
A course by Elena Ciarrocchi , Embroidery Artist
About the video: Transform the patch into an application
Overview
“It's time to find out how to use embroidery to apply it to an item of clothing or to turn it into a brooch.”
In this video lesson Elena Ciarrocchi addresses the topic: Transform the patch into an application, 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
“Transforming the Patch into an Appliqué In this lesson, you will see how to apply the patch on a jacket and how to turn it into a brooch as well. Now I'm going to apply the patch on this black jacket. It only takes a few stitches. This way, if I want to detach the patch to apply it to another piece of clothing, I can easily do so. Also, when I need to wash this garment, I need to detach this embroidery because this type of embroidery should not be washed. French wire is especially delicate and should not be washed. This way, you detach the embroidery, wash your garment, and then, eventually...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Gold Embroidery
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Areas
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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