{"product_id":"silk-and-metal-thread-swallow-embroidery-kit-1","title":"Silk and Metal Thread Swallow Embroidery Kit","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Swallow is always a joy to see as it brings the promise of longer days and warm weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn extremely agile bird that spends most of its time performing great aerial feats as it catches insects on the wing. It has a distinctive forked tail and inky blue body with a rusty red head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Swallow embroidery combines several embroidery stitches and metal work techniques with a selection of beautiful threads in fine metal, cotton and silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"LEFT\"\u003eThe threads in Metal work embroidery are held on the surface of the fabric by a sewing thread, and depending on the type of metal it is either stitched over or through, like a bead. The application and finish of each thread creates a different texture to suit the style of the design whether it be smooth and shiny or layered and sculptural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"LEFT\"\u003eLearn how to master stitches including brick couching, shaded burden stitch, applying silk purls, applying silk plate, couching cords, and cutwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"LEFT\"\u003eOnce the embroidery is complete learn best practices for preserving and presenting your finished embroidery as well as instructions on mounting for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"LEFT\"\u003eClear illustrated step by step instructions as well as photographic images will guide you through this hand embroidery project from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"LEFT\"\u003eAll the kits are designed by Becky Hogg Embroidery and produced by hand in the U.K.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the materials are carefully packaged in 100% recyclable bags and come in a decorative brown card gift box (24×16.5cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished embroidery measures approximately 9x9cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"LEFT\"\u003eKit includes - Wooden hoop, linen, cotton backing fabric, silk fabric, cotton sewing threads, perle cotton, silk covered metal threads, metal purl thread, metallic passing threads, needles, illustrated instruction booklet and beeswax, all packaged in a stylish hand screen printed gift box to keep everything safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"LEFT\"\u003eThis kit is suitable for all levels, but not advisable for children as it contains small parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"LEFT\"\u003eAdditional equipment required- A 6 or 8 inch embroidery hoop (or similar frame), embroidery scissors, a mellor, awl or stiletto, a ruler or tape measure, low tack tape and pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Becky Hogg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"My interest in Embroidery was ignited in my early 20's, after completing my textile degree at Loughborough Art college. With a passion to further my knowledge of historical textiles and embroidery I embarked upon a 3 year apprenticeship at the Royal School of Needlework , Hampton Court Palace.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe practical skills and proffesional practice acquired during my studies covered all aspects of hand embroidery, and now form an important of my work today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking for over 20 years as a professional hand embroiderer I now specialise in metal thread embroidery (Goldwork). The textures, jewellery like finish and the good old fashioned sparkle hold endless inspiration for me as an embroidery designer.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Royal School of Needlework","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62969020875082,"sku":"1872swallow","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/4541\/3706\/files\/Screenshot-2025-06-24-at-13.29.17_b536acdf-e385-42e8-9fd7-c0969072540a.png?v=1786879293","url":"https:\/\/rsn.org.uk\/products\/silk-and-metal-thread-swallow-embroidery-kit-1","provider":"Royal School of Needlework","version":"1.0","type":"link"}