Material List
Material List
This workshop is designed with traditional goldwork threads in mind, and their very particular movement, sculptural qualities and the way they play with light. You are also welcome to use your own threads - metal or other - and create your own unique effects with what you have.
I recommend Passing threads in gold / silver and/or copper as a starting point. Size 6 is a good medium weight thread to start with (usually available size 4-8) Info about caring for metal threads can be found here
Alternative threads of your choice - wools, novelty yarns, leather cords, plastics etc - it doesn't need to fit through a needle - think about what will give you interesting movement!
Embroidery hoop (8” recommended) Or slate frame / stretched wooden canvas if preferred
Embroidery stand, such as a barrel or seat fame - optional, but will allow you to use both your hands to stitch, which is easier!
Natural, non-stretchy fabric such as a plain, medium weight linen or a calico - choose something that you find pleasing to work on!
Needles - size 10 embroidery and size 18 chenille are recommended for conventional goldwork supplies, but you may need to adapt for less conventional threads
Strong machine thread such as Gutermanns Sew All to match passing threads: - Gold: 488 or 968 - Silver: 08 or 38 - Copper: 612 or 649
Optional - thicker / darker threads to suit eyesight, such a buttonhole thread or stranded cottons
Sketch book - I use an A4 book - nothing too small!
Pencil - 2H or 4H will not smudge on your fabric
Pens of your choice - I recommend starting with black pens and white paper
Rubber, Ruler, Pencil sharpener, Compass
White Tissue paper
Beeswax for coating machine threads is optional
A curious mind!
Finest quality gilt (0.5% gold) number 6 smooth passing thread. 5 meters.
Perfect for goldwork couching.
Information about caring for your threads can be found here
What are couching threads?
These threads are perfect for couching – a fundamental goldwork embroidery technique.
The metal (or other thread of your choice) is laid on the surface of the fabric, and is stitched to the fabric with finer thread in a needle.
Postage and Packaging Details!
PLEASE NOTE : from 13th December 2024, I will unfortunately no longer be able to ship orders to the EU or Northern Ireland. This is due to the new GPSR regulations, and the complications this causes small business owners. I apologise for any inconvenience caused.
All threads come in protective recyclable acid free packaging. All packaging is recyclable and sourced from recycled supplies where possible.
Finest quality silver plated number 6 smooth passing thread. 5 meters.
Perfect for goldwork couching.
5m. Thread size may vary.
Information about caring for your threads can be found here
What are couching threads?
These threads are perfect for couching – a fundamental goldwork embroidery technique.
The metal (or other thread of your choice) is laid on the surface of the fabric, and is stitched to the fabric with finer thread in a needle.
All threads come in protective recyclable acid free packaging. All packaging is recyclable and sourced from recycled supplies where possible.
Postage and Packaging Details
PLEASE NOTE : from 13th December 2024, I will unfortunately no longer be able to ship orders to the EU or Northern Ireland. This is due to the new GPSR regulations, and the complications this causes small business owners. I apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Finest quality copper British made number 6 smooth passing thread. 5 meters.
Perfect for goldwork couching.
Information about caring for your threads can be found here
What are couching threads?
These threads are perfect for couching – a fundamental goldwork embroidery technique.
The metal (or other thread of your choice) is laid on the surface of the fabric, and is stitched to the fabric with finer thread in a needle.
All threads come in protective recyclable acid free packaging. All packaging is recyclable and sourced from recycled supplies where possible.
PLEASE NOTE : from 13th December 2024, I will unfortunately no longer be able to ship orders to Europe. This is due to the new GPSR regulations. I apologise for any inconvenience caused.
This selection of passing threads gives you a generous amount of metal and soft threads for your creative goldwork exploration.
What are couching threads?
These threads are perfect for couching – a fundamental goldwork embroidery technique. The metal (or other thread of your choice) is laid on the surface of the fabric, and is stitched to the fabric with finer, soft thread in a needle
Contents
10 m x gilt smooth passing thread No 6
10 m x silver plated smooth passing thread No 6
10 m x copper smooth passing thread No 6
Optional:
Needles
Gold, silver and copper Gutermanns sew all - 3 spools total .
- All threads come in protective recyclable acid free packaging.
Information about caring for your threads can be found here