Last kit in copper metal threads available.
The images depict gilt threads, but copper will be supplied.
The Napoleonic Coat Goldwork Sampler kit introduces the embroiderer to the threads and techniques used to recreate the goldwork embroidery from an original military dress coat worn by one of Napoleon's aide de camp's in the early 1800s.
This kit has been upgraded from the original and now features the traditional wool broadcloth in scarlet, plus smooth passing with a silk core and plate rather than flatworm.
This kit came about due to a commission I undertook in 2021-22, to recreate all the embroidery on the original in order for a full size replica coat to be created. This was an extremely detailed commission, involving reading through countless documents and translating the information found into the pertinent motifs for that rank of officer, including the correct sizing of all sections of the embroidery. The article the BBC ran on my work can be found here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-60439717
The kit includes wool broadcloth with the design already transferred, a range of metal threads and spangles, sewing thread, two types of padding, needles and beeswax, as well as full instructions with a diagram.
The finished embroidery is 15.5cm high by 7cm wide.
Suitable for those with some experience.
Napoleonic Coat Goldwork Sampler Kit: Copper
calico
metal threads in copper
sewing thread
padding
needles
stitch guide and diagram
comprehensive instructions