Create an embroidery hoop

Tutor: Georgina Bellamy, professional embroiderer

Georgina Bellamy (@thatembroiderygirl) is a professional couture embroiderer and embroidery teacher. In this session, which is designed for all levels of stitcher, including beginners, Georgina creates a simple embroidery hoop to stitch along with. She demonstrates how to draw a modern floral design with a stitched motto, highlighting close up how to make each stitch. This is one project not to rush – take your time and enjoy watching your design come to life..

Prep: gather your materials and equipment

Video time: 75 minutes (allow for additional time to pause the video to follow the instructions or to try out a technique)

 

 

What you need to take part:

  • Air or water soluble pen
  • Pencil and paper
  • Big embroidery needle
  • Fine linen or cotton fabric
  • Pair of fine embroidery scissors
  • Embroidery floss
  • Small embroidery hoop - no bigger than 6 inches
  • Your design!

 

 

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