August with Amy Burt - Cutwork GoldWork (ONLINE)

ONLINE TIMINGS: (Classes can be recorded and replayed if you are unable to make any date.)

Friday 7th August 15:00 - 17:00

Friday 14th August 15:00 - 17:00

Friday 21st August 15:00 - 17:00

This specialist masterclass focuses purely on the intricate goldwork embroidery technique of cutwork. Traditionally used in high level goldwork, cutwork is often considered one of the trickiest techniques to master due to the precision and control required at every stage.

Amy Burt has taught goldwork embroidery at degree level for many years and has developed a clear, reliable and fail safe method for approaching cutwork with confidence. This three part masterclass breaks the process down into manageable stages, allowing students to focus on technique rather than design.

The course is ideal for stitchers with some prior goldwork experience who would like to deepen their technical knowledge and improve accuracy and finish.

Part One, Padding
This two hour session focuses on the most crucial element of successful cutwork, good padding. Using soft string, you will learn how to accurately pad two samples, one straight and one curved. This foundation stage is essential for achieving clean, professional results in later stages.

Part Two, Straight Cutwork
Working with bright check and smooth purl, you will learn how to cut and apply purl at the correct angle and length. This session concentrates on control, consistency and understanding how the purl behaves when cut and applied.

Part Three, Curved Cutwork
The most challenging stage of the technique. Using smooth and rough purl, you will learn how to correctly adjust your angles around curves to achieve a smooth finish with a strong, well defined point.

This masterclass places a strong emphasis on technique over finished design, making it perfect for students who want to build confidence, accuracy and a deeper understanding of traditional goldwork methods.

List of equipment the students will need.

6 to 8 inch embroidery hoop with seat frame or barrel clamp (you will need the use of both hands so a hand held hoop is not ideal)

Embroidery Scissors

Extra Scissors for Goldwork (not your usual embroidery scissors since these will be needed to cut the gold threads and will get blunted)

Students can choose to order a cutwork kit from Amy or supply their own materials.

Amy’s cutwork kit is available for £15.99 and can be ordered in advance.

If you prefer to use your own materials, you will need:

Calico
Soft string in yellow
Gütermann Sew All thread in a gold shade
Smooth purl
Rough purl
Bright check
Beeswax
Embroidery needles sizes 10 and 12