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Silk and Metal Thread Kits |
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Currently there are seven Silk and Metal Thread kits offered. More will be added to this list shortly |
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Pavo in Latin means peacock. Our Pavo is stitched in silver and turquoise metal threads on a deep pink silk background. Measures approximately 5.25"x 6" |
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This is a study in the use of silk and metal threads on congress cloth. Techniques include couching, slanting gobelin, laidwork, and a Kogin darning pattern for the background. The piece is worked on a 10 inch by 10 inch piece white congress cloth. |
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The word arabesque makes one think of exotic places and things. Arabesque brings to mind the Spanish patterns with the undulating curves and beautiful leaves found in tiles, iron work and the embroidery. Arabesque is a study in silk and metal thread embroidery. |
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Arabesque II is the continuing study of the undulating curves and beautiful leaves found in Moorish and Mid Eastern art forms such as tiles, iron work, carpets and embroidery. It is a study in silk and metal thread embroidery |
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Butterfly with Ribands is silk and metal thread embroidery on Congress Cloth. The butterfly is created with Pearsall’s filoselle silk embroidery floss, assorted metallic threads, such as twists and metal purls. The Ribands are traditional geometric designs found in Japanese art forms. |
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Our Scarab is worked on a foundation of congress cloth, covered with an iridescent Mokuba blue organdy ribbon. The scarab’s is created in traditional raised work using wool felt as the foundation. It measures approximately 6.2" x 6.5" (16 cm x 16.5 cm). |
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Create a beautiful wearable collar in the brilliant colors that are associated with Fiesta of San Antonio, an annual spring event. Colors abound in the parades, flowers, costumes, and foods associated with the event. Silk and Metal on Congress Cloth. |
