SFSNAD CSP: Metalwork Level 1 – Cutwork
As we near the end of the look at the SFSNAD CSP Metalwork sampler, we take a close look at cutwork. And the creative opportunities it opens up!
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Hello, and welcome to Hillview Embroidery
Teaching and learning, one stitch at a time
I’m Catherine, a finance professional by day, a wife to an amazing husband, a Mum to our little Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and to top it all off, an avid and passionate embroiderer. Having completed my RSN Certificate, and currently studying the Comprehensive Studies Programme at SFSNAD, I’m excited to be able to explore, learn, teach and share the joys of hand embroidery with you.
A Selection of my Work
Silk Shaded Fox
Designed by Tanja Berlin and Stitched by Catherine 
Creative Textile play - 'Queen Bee'
Designed and stitched by Catherine 
RSN Certificate Basic Goldwork
Designed and stitched by Catherine 
RSN Certificate Silk Shaded Rose
Designed and stitched by Catherine 
RSN Certificate Canvaswork
Designed and stitched by Catherine 
RSN Certificate Jacobean Crewelwork
Designed and stitched by Catherine 
Modern Crewelwork - 'Fruitful Abundance'
Designed and stitched by Catherine 
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Embroidery News, Updates and Musings
SFSNAD CSP: Metalwork Level 1 – Chipwork
As we look at the next section of the SFSNAD metalwork sampler, we explore the metalwork technique of chipwork in detail. Let the bling begin!
SFSNAD CSP: Metalwork Level 1: Couching
The next part of my goldwork sampler completed as part of the SFSNAD CSP was couching. And we covered a lot of different techniques! Find out about all the materials and techniques that make up ‘couching’ in metalwork.
SFSNAD CSP: Metalwork Level 1 – Padding
To continue my embroidery education, I made the decision to undertake the SFSNAD’s Comprehensive Studies Programme. My first technique studied was metalwork. Today, I’m sharing with you the first part of my sampler – padding.
‘Sensations’ – A Child’s Joy: The Merry-Go-Round
My local Embroiderer’s Guild has an exhibition every two years. The most recent theme was ‘Sensations’. Find out more about how I interpreted the theme!
Review: M.R.S. Embroidery Trestles
When stitching with a slate frame, a set of trestles makes life a lot easier! I’m lucky enough to have my own pair of M.R.S. Embroidery’s beautiful trestles.