Written by: Lucie, la créatrice de Cannetille &Célestine
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How to start goldwork embroidery? The complete guide
Do you dream of discovering goldwork embroidery but don't know where to start? What equipment should you buy? Is goldwork embroidery really difficult? Do you already need to know how to embroider?
This guide answers all the questions beginners ask and guides you step-by-step to take your first steps in goldwork embroidery without getting discouraged!
Summary
🪡 What is goldwork embroidery?
🪡 Is goldwork embroidery difficult?
🪡 What materials do I need to start goldwork embroidery?
🪡 I don't know how to embroider with gold, what should I do?
🪡 Buying your materials vs. buying a kit
🪡 The 5 beginner mistakes
🪡 What is goldwork embroidery?
Goldwork embroidery is an embroidery technique primarily using metallic materials such as bullion, jaseron, metallic threads, sequins, and beads.
Unlike traditional embroidery, where the thread passes directly through the fabric, most metallic materials are laid and then fixed to the surface of the fabric. This technique allows for distinct relief, plays of light, and unique textures.
😍 Today, goldwork embroidery is used both in crafts and by enthusiasts who want to create unique pieces.
🪡 Is goldwork embroidery difficult?
Goldwork embroidery requires precision, but it is not reserved for professionals. What often makes this discipline seem intimidating is not the difficulty of the movements, but the amount of information available and the number of different materials.
Even before starting, many beginners think they need to learn:
As with any embroidery technique, progress is much more important than the complexity of your project.
A simple, well-designed embroidery pattern with clear explanations allows for much more effective learning of embroidery stitches or subtleties than an ambitious project chosen too early.
What makes embroidery difficult
❌ Starting with an overly complex pattern.
❌ Buying embroidery supplies without knowing which ones to choose.
🪡 Should I buy my embroidery materials separately or choose a kit?
When starting goldwork embroidery, two possibilities exist:
💰 Buy supplies individually: You will need to plan for:
an embroidery frame or hoop,
several needles,
DMC threads and metallic threads,
various tools.
The cost can quickly increase, especially when certain supplies are ultimately not suitable for the chosen project.
🪡 Start with a kit:
The budget is known from the start.
All supplies are included and sized for the project.
This avoids unnecessary purchases and allows you to discover the technique with a controlled investment.
At Cannetille & Célestine, our embroidery kits include all the necessary materials as well as a detailed booklet that guides you through each step of the project. Our goal: to allow you to focus on the movements, techniques, and goldwork embroidery stitches rather than on sourcing materials.
Taking on too ambitious a project. A complex project requires several embroidery techniques. It is better to start with a simple design to practice purl or wire embroidery.
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Buying too much material before starting. As you practice, your needs will evolve very quickly. It's better to discover different embroidery threads gradually rather than buying everything at once.
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Going too fast. Goldwork embroidery is a precision technique. Taking your time is often the best way to achieve a consistent result.
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Comparing your first embroidery to that of a professional. Every embroiderer started somewhere. The first goal is not perfection, but understanding the techniques!
For a first embroidery project, it is advisable to choose:
a reasonably sized design;
only a few techniques;
detailed explanations;
a clearly defined order of execution.
A well-structured beginner project allows you to acquire solid foundations in goldwork embroidery before tackling more ambitious creations and techniques.
Goldwork embroidery is not a technique reserved for professionals. What makes the difference is not talent, but the learning method.
By choosing an appropriate project, suitable materials, and clear progression, it is entirely possible to create a first embroidery you can be proud of!
Choosing the right material is often the first difficulty when discovering goldwork embroidery. However, a few simple guidelines can help avoid most mistakes: understanding the role of purl, differentiating metallic threads, choosing a suitable frame, or selecting the right fabric.
To guide your first steps, we have compiled this information in a free downloadable guide. You will find the basics of goldwork embroidery materials as well as advice for a calm start.
Kit reçu très rapidement. Que du bonheur à l'ouverture. Ce n' est pas mon premier achat et je constate que les kits sont préparés avec beaucoup d'attention et d'amour. Tout est parfait. Reste à bloquer du temps pour commencer à broder en toute tranquillité, mais les vacances approchent et quelque soit le temps , elles s'annoncent particulièrement bonnes avec ces réalisations à venir. Un grand merci à vous pour vos créations.
