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Learn to combine ancient stitches with contemporary fibers to recreate the patterns and colors of insects in a beautiful yet realistic style
By combining ancient stitch forms with contemporary metallic fibers, you can recreate the patterns and colors found in nature in a way that’s both beautiful and realistic. It’s a process embroidery artist Talisa May specializes in, using goldwork embroidery to depict insects and give them a second lease of life.
In this online course, she teaches you the basics of goldwork embroidery through the theme of entomology (insects). Embroider a beetle in a modern style using traditional techniques and see how to apply your newfound skills to create unique decorative pieces. Discover the beauty of the insect world through embroidery and gold thread!
By combining ancient stitch forms with contemporary metallic fibers, you can recreate the patterns and colors found in nature in a way that’s both beautiful and realistic. It’s a process embroidery artist Talisa May specializes in, using goldwork embroidery to depict insects and give them a second lease of life.
In this online course, she teaches you the basics of goldwork embroidery through the theme of entomology (insects). Embroider a beetle in a modern style using traditional techniques and see how to apply your newfound skills to create unique decorative pieces. Discover the beauty of the insect world through embroidery and gold thread!