Frosted Mistletoe with Eliza Gomersall

Join embroidery artist Eliza Gomersall for Frosted Mistletoe, a couture inspired embroidery workshop centred around winter botanicals and luxurious festive decoration. This design is worked on a crisp white linen, using silk floss to create beautifully blended mistletoe leaves worked in fishbone stitch. Once stitched, hand painted detailing and translucent beadwork are added to achieve a soft frosted effect. The design is then finished with couched silver twist, pearls, cascading chain, purl, and delicate organza leaves, adding a soft dimension and an elegant finish. Throughout the workshop, Eliza will guide participants through a refined approach to couture embroidery, focusing on simplicity, balance and carefully chosen materials. Participants will gain an understanding of how subtle embellishment, texture and layering can work together to create a cohesive design. Basic embroidery experience is helpful, though techniques are demonstrated and supported throughout the day. Demonstrations may be photographed or filmed for personal reference. All materials are provided in the kit including reference materials, such as a stitch plan and key, to support stitching during the workshop and to use at home afterwards. The design will already be transferred onto the fabric, allowing everyone to begin stitching straight away. There is no pressure to finish the piece during the workshop. The focus is on learning techniques and enjoying the process. Eliza is happy to provide supplier information for those who wish to source any of the tools and equipment used during the workshop.