Introduction to Gold Embroidery
A course by Elena Ciarrocchi , Embroidery Artist
Learn traditional techniques to create 3D gold embroidery pieces for clothes and accessories
Learn traditional techniques to create 3D gold embroidery pieces for clothes and accessories
Can you think of a more elegant way to make your clothing and accessories sparkle with style and personality than decorating them with gold? Discover the beauty of gold embroidery, a timeless technique you can use to create vibrant compositions.
Elena Ciarrocchi, professional embroidery artist specialized in making holy vestments, teaches you how to create an embroidered heart step by step following a pattern and give it a unique touch by adding gold thread, French wire, and other brilliant details. In this course, learn the secrets to this ancient art form, make it your own, and transform your designs into gold.
What will you learn in this online course?
19 lessons & 9 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (172)
- 3,588 students
- 19 lessons (3h 54m)
- 9 additional resources (1 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Italian
- Italian · Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Embroider a sacred heart patch with felt padding and French wire flames.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone who wants to learn how to create accessories using the goldwork embroidery technique.
Requirements and materials
The materials you need for this course include French wire, metallic and cotton embroidery thread, an embroidery hoop, black and yellow felt, and other materials that are readily available in a haberdashery.
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A course by Elena Ciarrocchi
Elena Ciarrocchi is a professional embroidery artist. She earned a degree in painting at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Bologna but ultimately decided to pursue her passion for embroidery by taking a variety of courses across Italy.
She gained experience in a costume shop, where she embroidery historical garments, and later in a footwear company. After honing her craft, she decided to open her own business, focusing on goldwork embroidery, and specialize in embroidering holy vestments and recovering this ancient art form. When she's not working for clients, she enjoys creating more personal compositions where she experiments with different materials and techniques.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Sources of inspiration
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U2
Basic techniques and review
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The materials
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Frame and padding 1
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Frame and padding 2
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Sewing gold technique
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Revisiting the technique 1
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Revisiting the technique 2
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Traditional embroidery with tinsel
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U3
Patch processing
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Preparation of the frame
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Preparation of the substrate: felt and drawing
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Central body padding and embroidery 1
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Central body padding and embroidery 2
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Central body padding and embroidery 3
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Padding and tinsel embroidery 1
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Padding and tinsel embroidery 2
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U4
Details and application
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Final details
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Refine the final patch
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Transform the patch into an application
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FP
Final project
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Brooches embroidered in gold
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lanayegm
Excelente !
Elena es una bordadora profesional que gracias a su gran trayectoria profesional , sus estudios y su talento artístico, nos puede
Llevar de la mano (y paso a paso muy bien explicado como todos los cursos de domestika ) las técnicas para que podamos reproducirla es inspirarnos para nuestros proyectos.
Muy contenta con el
Curso y si te interesa lo recomiendo muchísimo 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼
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jaquelinvallejo
Excelente curso.
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cmorenogal
Estupendo!! Elena lo expone todo muy claro. Lo más didáctico es que hace todo el trabajo en los vídeos, y vemos la evolución detalladamente.
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ans2
Een leerzame en inspirerende cursus. Alles word heel duidelijk uitgelegd en erg leuk om te doen. Ik beveel deze cursus zeker aan.
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donetsa
Me encantó este curso. La profesora explica muy bien y muy amena. Muy generosa con su conocimiento. Espero pronto dé otro curso. Muuuy recomendable
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