RSN Goldwork Part One – Felt and String Padding
The first in a three part series on my RSN Certificate Goldwork Piece. Here, we discuss the design, setting up and padding – all in preparation of the all important gold!
RSN Certificate in Technical Hand Embroidery
The RSN Certificate in Hand Technical Hand Embroidery is a well respected and exceptional course offered for anyone with an interest in hand embroidery. There are four modules you are required to complete to a high standard – Jacobean Crewelwork, Canvaswork or Blackwork, Silk Shading, and Goldwork. As part of the module, you need to design, choose colours, stitches and threads, stitch, and then finally mount your piece to the high standard required of everyone at the RSN.
I am undertaking this course to improve my overall stitching, and to learn about designing my own pieces. It is a challenge, but an enjoyable one!
Learning Silk Shading – a look at different approaches
Let’s have a look at the different ways this beautiful technique is taught. With a look at Tanja Berlin’s technique through online learning, the RSN Certificate method, and finally, Jan Kerton from Windflower Embroidery.
RSN Silk Shaded Rose – and it’s (almost!) ready to come off the frame!
This has been a long time coming… But at last, I have finally got there with this piece. Once I knuckled down and just stitched it, it really did move along quickly. It’s still not quite ready to come off the frame – a few more French knots for the bobbly bits on the stamens. In theory …
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Silk Shaded Rose Update – and oh so close to finishing!
There is more than just a pop of colour now! With only a couple of petals left to stitch, this piece is finally starting to come together!
RSN Silk Shading update – and a pop of colour!
At last! Some progress and a building of confidence has been achieved with the RSN Certificate silk shaded rose. Come and have a look at the leaf, and a pop of colour!