Goldwork Bird Is Framed

I found a suitable frame and framed my Goldwork Bird. I hesitated to post the pictures. It didn't matter how I turned the picture or where I put it I was not satisfied with the result. No doubt I don't have any regrets about taking the class but still have mixed feelings about this project and feel like it was one of those experiences when I look at this work as an example how not to do Goldwork. First of all, this bluish-greyish background, I can't stand it, but it was not my choice unfortunately...

I'll keep it and may be find other use for it.

RSN Workshop - Goldwork Bird - San Francisco April 2015

My first workshop with RSN was held on 19-20th of April, 2015 in Burlingame, CA.

During the first day I was able to finish all padding. During the second day we started working with gold thread. Unfortunately I had to leave earlier, because it is a long way to drive to Washington state, and another wonderful class was waiting for me - Japanese Embroidery, but later about it...

Today I finished my Goldwork Bird. It is still stretched on the frame and this is how it looks like now. I haven't given a thought yet how to use the bird, may be I will just frame it.

Jacqui McDonald, who taught the class in goldwork, comes from a background in Conservation and Restoration, showed us 2 different types of padding that are used in Goldwork, a method of applying couched threads, and taught us how to apply Pearl Purl Outlines and Cutwork.

Natalia

2015 Classes

This new year I've become a member of 3 needlework organizations: TNNA, ANG and EGA. The reason is simple: my widely growing interest in different types of Needlework Art.

I am taking a Correspondence 6 months course (ANG) Gated Secrets by Sandra Arthur that explores many techniques to add interest and challenge.

I also signed up for a Workshop by Mail through ANG, Baker’s Dozen designed by Michele Roberts, that looks like a lot of fun while studying 13 special specimen stitches and exploring the use of different threads, colors and texture, busting my stash.

I am starting a Japanese Embroidery course this year and will work on Phase 1, www.japaneseembroidery.com/

These courses along with other projects definitely will keep me busy during this new year and I am looking forward to it!

Happy New year!

Natalia