Material List
Material List
This workshop is designed with traditional metal purls in mind, and their very particular movement, sculptural qualities and the way they play with light. Smaller beads - such as seed beads will work really well too - metal or other - and allow you to create your own unique effects with what you have.
I have prepared an optional kit for this course, with a nice selection of purls and beads perfect for SHINE, which you can find soon in my shop or at the bottom of this page
I recommend metal purls in gold/silver and/or copper as a starting point. Size 6 is a good medium weight purl to start with (usually available size 4-8). Info about caring for metal threads can be found here
Beads your choice - small, such as seed beads, but large enough to fit through your chosen needles - think about what will give you an interesting texture and shine!
Embroidery hoop (8” recommended), Bound will give you more support, Or slate frame / stretched wooden canvas if preferred
Embroidery stand, such as a barrel or seat frame - 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! Around 1m of fabric, plus a backing fabric, is a good starting point (As this is a creative course, you may need more as your work progresses)
Embroidery Scissors - small, sharp scissors. Angled embroidery scissors such as THESE are perfect for purls.
Needles - size 10 embroidery needles are recommended for conventional goldwork supplies, but you may need to adapt for less conventional purls and beads
Strong machine thread such as Gutermann’s 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
Beeswax for coating machine threads is optional
Velvet board - for cutting and catching purls - Tip: cotton velvet double-sided taped on a lipped plastic lid works well!
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
A curious mind!
This selection of purls and sewing equipment will ensure you are well on your way on your creative goldwork journey.
What are purls?
Purls are hollow wires (think tiny slinky!) that can be cut to your required size and stitched with a needle and thread through the middle, like beading. This is commonly known as chipping or cut work.
Contents
45cm x gilt bright check purl No 6
45cm x silver bright check purl No 6
45cm x copper bright check purl No 6
45cm x gilt wire check purl No 6
45cm x silver wire check No 6
45cm x copper wire check No 6
45cm x gilt rough purl No 6
45cm x silver smooth purl No 6
45cm x copper smooth purl No 6
1 x block beeswax
2 x size 10 embroidery needles
1 x 100m spool Gutermanns thread
- All threads come in protective recyclable acid free packaging.
Information about caring for your purls can be found here
Not Included
Fabric – natural, non-stretchy is recommended. Back with calico if fine.
Embroidery hoop or frame
Embroidery scissors - with a sharp point are recommended. NB: Metal threads will blunt scissors
Velvet board or dish for catching cut purls
Postage Details
Although I endeavour to post within 5 working days of purchase, if ordering for a workshop, please allow AT LEAST TWO WEEKS for delivery to UK, longer for international. Please contact Hanny directly for more details.
Highest quality British made Gilt Bright Check Purl.
45cm.
Perfect for Hanny’s Creative Goldwork classes involving CHIPPING and for starting out on your goldwork journey
Information about caring for your threads can be found here
Not Included
Fabric – natural, non-stretchy is recommended. Back with calico if fine
Hoop – 6” or 8” is recommended
Machine cotton for stitching
Needles – size 12 / 10 embroidery needles (finer the better to fit through small purls)
Beeswax - to coat machine thread before stitching through metal
Velvet Board - to keep cut purls in place
Postage Details
Although I endeavour to post within 5 working days of purchase, if ordering for a class, please allow AT LEAST TWO WEEKS for delivery
Highest quality British made Silver Plated Bright Check Purl.
45cm.
Perfect for Hanny’s Creative Goldwork classes involving CHIPPING and for starting out on your goldwork journey
Information about caring for your threads can be found here
Not Included
Fabric – natural, non-stretchy is recommended. Back with calico if fine
Hoop – 6” or 8” is recommended
Machine cotton for stitching
Needles – size 12 / 10 embroidery needles (finer the better to fit through small purls)
Beeswax - to coat machine thread before stitching through metal
Velvet Board - to keep cut purls in place
Postage Details
Although I endeavour to post within 5 working days of purchase, if ordering for a class, please allow AT LEAST TWO WEEKS for delivery
Highest quality British made Copper Bright Check Purl.
45cm.
Perfect for Hanny’s Creative Goldwork classes involving CHIPPING and for starting out on your goldwork journey
Information about caring for your threads can be found here
Not Included
Fabric – natural, non-stretchy is recommended. Back with calico if fine
Hoop – 6” or 8” is recommended
Machine cotton for stitching
Needles – size 12 / 10 embroidery needles (finer the better to fit through small purls)
Beeswax - to coat machine thread before stitching through metal
Velvet Board - to keep cut purls in place
Postage Details
Although I endeavour to post within 5 working days of purchase, if ordering for a class, please allow AT LEAST TWO WEEKS for delivery