Crewel embroidery

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a close up of a piece of cloth with embroidery on it

So after I finished my RSN Crewel piece, I wanted to practice crewel some more. I also thought that if I put a new piece on my frame it would mean that I would not be able to redo anymore of my RSN piece (I'm only halfway serious!). Basically, I wanted to do a new piece that I could have a bit of fun experimenting with while practicing. I designed a Lily of the Valley layout and picked my colors. I wanted to stick to greens and whites. I thought that since most Jacobean crewel flowers are…

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an image of a sewing shop with the words learn crochet embroidery

Crewel work has become increasingly popular, and on this page you will find links to various patterns of crewelwork, stitches used in crewel embroidery, crewel embroidery yarns, and the difference between crewel work and Jacobean crewel embroidery.

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close up view of green and white crocheted fabric with wavy lines on it

Tracy is a self-employed embroiderer, specialising mainly in traditional embroidery including crewelwork, silk shading, and gold work.

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an embroidery pattern with flowers and a fox

The fox from my Jacobean crewelwork RSN certificate piece. She is stitched using the silk shading technique and crewel wools. Other stitches in this embroidery include raised stem band, trellis stitch and laid work with couching.

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someone is stitching on the fabric with scissors

754 likes, 6 comments - hlesliedesign le April 22, 2024: "One minute of stitching in 30 seconds. 🧵 I am doing a chain stitch along the lines of a pattern by @stitchandcosomerset. This kit is from...".

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the beginner's guide to crewel embroidery

Crewel embroidery, or crewel work, usually denotes a specific type of embroidery: flower and animal motifs worked in wool, with a variety of colors, shades, and textures, using a variety of associated stitches. Embroidery that mimics crewel work but is worked in threads other than wool fits in th

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an art piece with flowers painted on the side of it, hanging on a wall

MidModTempo- MidMod & Vintage Decor Collections on Instagram: "S O L D 28” x 22” Original Mid-century Swedish Tulip Crewel Embroidery by Jeanne Janson. Sitched “J” and signed on the back from “September, 22nd 1974. From Sweden” This work is a custom embroidery, not found in any mass produced pattern kits. Photos ascribe to the meticulous and varying stitch work. This piece is truly one of a kind and won’t be found again. It embodies the best of all retro floral crewels. . . Each bid must…

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a cross stitch pattern with a rooster on it's back and the words, step - by - step embroidery project

Here’s a complete index of the step-by-step articles on the Crewel Rooster embroidery project. Within the articles, you’ll find valuable tips and tricks on crewel embroidery and on the supplies used, including fabric and a variety of different wool threads. This embroidery project was primarily experimental – I wanted to test the new linen twill ...

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