Have you ever wondered how stumpwork artists make those raised sections in some of their work? You know…the sections where the designs form a three dimensional effect. It is all about wires, and this helpful tutorial from Sew in Love shows you how to do it.
This kind of embroidery is quite detailed, but the results are worth it. Stumpwork can be used for almost any design, but it looks particularly good when making flowers, insect wings and even animal ears. It’s a truly beautiful type of embroidery.
This tutorial demonstrates how to use the wired fabric elements for shapes. From how to bend the wire to finishing off the embroidery element, the tutorial takes the reader through the entire process. It also provides all sorts of tips along the way.
There are so many lovely design elements you can add to your work with this method. I especially like the pink flower photo posted in the tutorial.
Click here to get the free tutorial: Wired Fabric Elements for Stumpwork
[photo from Sew in Love]
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