'Poised for Flight' Whitework Embroidery Kit scissors

'Poised for Flight' Whitework Embroidery Kit scissorsTechniques Cutwork Eyelets Trailing Stem stitch Fits 8 inch (20cm) hoop Ideal for beginners With Normandy linen The word whitework simply describes embroidery with white threads on white fabric. There are also some stitch techniques which are exclusive to whitework (pulled thread work, drawn thread work and cutwork). This design fits an 8" (20cm) ring frame. It is ideal for beginners. The kit explores cutwork (where areas of the fabric are cut away)

planning stitches and colours)

and with tips for moving on to your own designs

which typically uses raised and padded stitches that are rich in texture

coton a broder thread

wire check

100% silk embroidery thread

Padded satin stitch

The kit explores shading and curved shapes with detailed instructions and step-by-step photographs

This technique has a long history all over the world

Available with 28-35 TPI linen

In the box you get full instructions for each stitch

by Helen Richman