{"product_id":"rsn-studio-cornflower-spray-goldwork-embroidery-kit","title":"RSN Studio: Cornflower Spray Goldwork Embroidery Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Royal School of Needlework Studio has launched six Goldwork Coronation Inspired Embroidery Kits. These new designs were produced by our expert RSN embroiderers who were instrumental in designing the Robe of Estate worn by Her Majesty Queen Camilla at the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III on departure from Westminster Abbey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCornflower Spray Goldwork Embroidery Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLevel: Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThis delightful spray brings in the additional technique of Appliqué for the base of the flowers from which Purl threads are freely worked to give the distinctive shape of a cornflower petal. This design has a wide range of contrasting textures and surfaces that encourage the play of light. The butterfly is a delicate addition to one of the buds. The design is an intermediate level and some previous experience in Goldwork is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the RSN Studio, Hampton Court Palace, England\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKit Contents:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric: \u003c\/strong\u003ePurple velvet, Calico, Yellow felt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeedles: \u003c\/strong\u003eSharp 12, Chenille 24, Curved needle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThreads: \u003c\/strong\u003eGutermann 488, Gutermann 257, DMC Stranded 939, DMC Diamant 3821\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal threads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGilt Smooth Passing No 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGilt Twist No 3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGilt Pearl Purl No 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGilt Pearl Purl No 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGilt Pearl Purl Super\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGilt Gimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGilt Bright Check No 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGilt Wire Check Purl No 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGilt Smooth Purl No 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGilt Rough Purl No 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions: \u003c\/strong\u003eGilt Spangles 3mm, Seed Beads, Beeswax\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot suitable for children, kit contains sharp needles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVelvet Fabric Dimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e35x35cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Dimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e22x12cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials needed to complete the Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eSlate Frame or Roller Frame\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eSharp Scissors or goldwork scissors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eTweezers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eMellor (optional)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eVelvet board (for intermediate and advanced)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGeneral fine pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the RSN Studio, Hampton Court Palace, England\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RSN Embroidery Studio team were honoured to work on nine pieces for the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla.  One of the Coronation pieces, designed and hand embroidered by the RSN, was the Robe of Estate of Her Majesty Queen Camilla who is patron of the RSN.  The Coronation Robe was made with a rich purple velvet and embroidered using the technique of Goldwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Queen's Robe of Estate was designed to represent Their Majesties love of nature and the environment.  There were a total of 24 plants featured on the Robe, all chosen for their personal associations, with wild flowers at the base of the robe, leading up to the four emblematic flowers of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers included the Delphinium, one of The King's favourite flowers and the birth flower of July, the birth month of The Queen; the 'Alchemilla Mollis', known as \u003cstrong\u003eLady's Mantle\u003c\/strong\u003e, which symbolises love and comfort; \u003cstrong\u003eCornflowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, which help to attract and encourage wildlife such as bees and butterflies; \u003cstrong\u003eLily of the Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, which featured in Her Majesty's wedding bouquet and was a favourite flower of Queen Elizabeth II; \u003cstrong\u003eMyrtle\u003c\/strong\u003e, which represents hope; and\u003cstrong\u003e Oak leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e which symbolise strength and longevity. \u003cstrong\u003eScabiosa\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as pincushion flowers, is also featured on the Robe, which is a reference to the Royal School of Needlework's connection with Her Majesty, and her dedicated support since she became Patron. For the first time, the Coronation Robe also featured insects including a bee, butterfly, snail and ladybird.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kits have been worked onto purple cotton velvet using gold threads with each design having a flower and insect from the original design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe six kits in the Coronation Inspired Collection  include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLady's Mantle and Snail - Beginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePincushion Flower and Dragonfly - Beginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForget-me-knot and Caterpillar - Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCornflower Spray and Butterfly - Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDandelion and Ladybird - Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelphiniums and Bee - Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Royal School of Needlework","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62930649841994,"sku":"187210rsn-corn","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/4541\/3706\/files\/cornflower-scaled_27904aca-e408-4c98-a043-a20d00a5bd38.jpg?v=1786879184","url":"https:\/\/rsn.org.uk\/products\/rsn-studio-cornflower-spray-goldwork-embroidery-kit","provider":"Royal School of Needlework","version":"1.0","type":"link"}