'Giant Panda' Crewelwork Embroidery Kit embroidery

'Giant Panda' Crewelwork Embroidery Kit embroideryTechniques Long & short shading Split stitch French knots Fits 6 8 inch (15 20cm) hoop Some experience necessary Crewelwork is any embroidery done with crewel wool (2 ply yarn). The stitch used is long and short which creates naturalistic shading and colour blending with simple stitches. This design fits a 6 8 inch hoop and is suitable for those with some experience of silk shading. In this design you will tackle more challenging curves and shading in

Written by a leading embroiderer

The kit explores the basics of shading by varying both the threads and the stitch

it is also beautiful when used for surface embroidery or cutwork

7 decorative stitches

Instruction on washing

crewel wool

design and full instructions

The kit comes in a presentation box for handy storage

long and short shading

This design fits an 8" (20cm) ring frame

Graduate Apprentice and tutor

It is a perfect introduction to Jacobean for beginners or those who want a refresher