Introduction to Gold Embroidery
Traditional embroidery with tinsel
A course by Elena Ciarrocchi, Embroidery Artist
About the video: Traditional embroidery with tinsel
Overview
“To wrap up this unit, I'll tell you how to use tinsel to embroider a small padded area with felt.”
In this video lesson Elena Ciarrocchi addresses the topic: Traditional embroidery with tinsel, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Gold Embroidery. Learn traditional techniques to create 3D gold embroidery pieces for clothes and accessories .
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson. i will explain a traditional gold embroidery technique. namely how to embroider with canutiglia on a padded felt surface. This technique is frequently used by me. as canutiglia ranks among my preferred materials. The felt padding significantly enhances its shine. making it a favorite choice in my embroidery projects. Canutiglia is a very thin metal thread. spirally wound to form a small tube. used in gold embroidery. It's soft and quite delicate. so handle it with care. Avoid bending or pulling it. as once damaged. it cannot be repaired. This requires gentle handling. There ...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Gold Embroidery
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Embroidery, Traditional illustration
Elena Ciarrocchi
A course by Elena Ciarrocchi
Elena Ciarrocchi is a professional embroidery artist. She earned a degree in painting at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Bologna but ultimately decided to pursue her passion for embroidery by taking a variety of courses across Italy.
She gained experience in a costume shop, where she embroidery historical garments, and later in a footwear company. After honing her craft, she decided to open her own business, focusing on goldwork embroidery, and specialize in embroidering holy vestments and recovering this ancient art form. When she's not working for clients, she enjoys creating more personal compositions where she experiments with different materials and techniques.
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