{"product_id":"strawberry-thief-embroidery-kit-by-becky-hogg","title":"Strawberry Thief Embroidery Kit by Becky Hogg","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Strawberry Thief design celebrates the technique of metal thread embroidery. With a combination of silk covered purls and fine metal wire threads the Strawberry Thief embroidery kit is a translation of the Morris print, in its original colour palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how to embroider with a variety of metal threads in rows, loops and zig zags to create texture and pattern in this beautiful design, all finished off with a freshly stolen strawberry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrawberry Thief was first produced in 1883 and was inspired by William Morris's observation of the thrushes creeping under the strawberry nets to steal the fruit in the garden of his Oxfordshire home, Kelmscott Manor. It remains one of his most popular designs today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Strawberry Thief design celebrates the technique of metal thread embroidery. With a combination of silk covered purls and fine metal wire threads the Strawberry Thief embroidery kit is a translation of the Morris print, in its original colour palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how to embroider with a variety of metal threads in rows, loops and zig zags to create texture and pattern in this beautiful design, all finished off with a freshly stolen strawberry!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce complete the embroidery can be mounted into a 10cm diameter wooden hoop ready to display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear illustrated step by step instructions will guide you through this hand embroidery project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the kits are designed by Becky Hogg Embroidery and produced by hand in the U.K.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKit includes - Wooden hoop, linen, cotton sewing threads, suede, silk covered metal threads,  metal purl threads, needles and instructions, all packaged in a stylish hand screen printed gift box to keep everything safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is suitable for all levels, but not advisable for children as it contains sharp objects and small parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Becky \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":62930644599114,"sku":"1872 Hogg1","price":72.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/4541\/3706\/files\/strawberry-thief.jpg?v=1788531245","url":"https:\/\/rsn.org.uk\/products\/strawberry-thief-embroidery-kit-by-becky-hogg","provider":"Royal School of Needlework","version":"1.0","type":"link"}