{"product_id":"a-ripple-in-the-water-with-eliza-gomersall","title":"A Ripple in the Water with Eliza Gomersall","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eExplore the possibilities of sequins, beads and rhinestones in this one-day couture-inspired embroidery workshop, where all embellishment is worked entirely by hand using a needle and thread.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eWorking onto delicate vintage blue silk habotai, you will create a shimmering goldfish beneath rippling water. The workshop focuses on hand-applied sequin embroidery and how direction, placement and layering can transform the appearance and movement of embellishment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eThroughout the day, you will learn an alternative approach to traditional tambour embroidery, discovering how a refined couture-style finish can be achieved using simple needle and thread techniques. Layers of sequins will be used to build the overlapping scales and form of the goldfish, while tiny, delicate sequins create the suggestion of light ripples moving across the surface of the water. Beads and rhinestones add further detail, sparkle and depth to the design.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eYou will also learn how to work sensitively with a lightweight silk ground, balancing densely embellished areas with finer, more delicate details. Through practical demonstrations and guided stitching, you will develop an understanding of how different embellishment materials can be combined to create texture, movement and dimension.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eThere is no pressure to complete the piece during the workshop. The focus is on learning new techniques, experimenting with embellishment and enjoying the creative process. All materials required to complete the design will be provided, and supplier information for tools and equipment used during the workshop will be available for those wishing to continue exploring the techniques at home.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003eThis course is suitable for those interested in couture embroidery, hand embellishment and exploring an alternative to tambour techniques.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"RSN","offers":[{"title":"Wednesday the 26th of May","offer_id":63622699319626,"sku":"HCP27003","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/4541\/3706\/files\/A_Ripple_in_the_Water_with_Eliza_Gomersall_1.jpg?v=1790170124","url":"https:\/\/rsn.org.uk\/products\/a-ripple-in-the-water-with-eliza-gomersall","provider":"Royal School of Needlework","version":"1.0","type":"link"}