New Ideas in Goldwork

By Tracy A Franklin

Summary

Taking the best of the traditional and the new, New Ideas in Goldwork is a beautiful exploration of the potential of this needlework technique, combining it with metal-thread work in experimental ways. Expert and ex-Royal School of Needlework teacher Tracy Franklin takes the technique to new heights to inspire all embroiderers. Reference ideas from notebooks, cuttings and new and old embroideries are included.

Lavishly illustrated with colour photographs and clear line diagrams, New Ideas in Goldwork covers:
The basics of the traditional style, from design to simple padding with gold and metal threads; Two basic techniques of laid work and cut purl work, as these are fundamental in working a design correctly; Illustration and instruction on different stitch types; How to apply gold and metal threads in the most intricate and inspiring ways.

Colour, detail and good design are the key points, always showing how exciting and sophisticated gold and metal work can be. Finally, the readers are encouraged to use their own creativity.

About the Author

Tracy A Franklin is a freelance specialist traditional embroiderer. She trained and then taught at the Royal School of Needlework for several years. She is the author of Contemporary Whitework and contributor to Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Techniques (9780713488173). Nicola Jarvis trained as a traditional hand embroiderer and textile restorer at the RSN. She is now a freelance embroidery designer and teacher and also works for British fashion companies designing embroidered accessories. Reference Contemporary Whitework (9780713490664).

Publisher	Batsford
Publication Date	16 April 2008
ISBN	1906388032
ISBN 13	9781906388034
Size (h x w)	276x216mm
Binding	Paperback
Pages	128