Historical Sampler – The Pearl Rose  

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This appeared on a glove in “Fashion in Detail 1700-1800”

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I had more photos, but they’ve disappeared from my camera (!)

A base of white felt, with 5 x 45 degree triangles cut out of the edge so the green silk can lie flat between each of the petals.

Outlining in Grecian Twist

(described by Tanya Berlin here : http://www.berlinembroidery.com/goldworkthreads1.htm#grecian

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I was surprised at the small amount of difference between the fine and medium Grecian twists. The fine twist is used in the “inner” flower.

I learnt how to handle Grecian Twist from Country Bumpkin A-Z. It’s easy.

I will need to do a raised centre of some sort, since it didn’t exactly end up circular.

I’m just starting to add pearls. I’m simply sewing through each pearl twice using a bead needle and thread.

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3 comments

this one is special!

March 18, 2009 at 4:13 PM

O-o-o-o-o-o! I'm envious of you working with such sumptuous materials while I plod away trying to get straight lines of whatever detached stitch I'm trying to learn. This motif is going to be over-the-top splendid.

March 19, 2009 at 6:45 AM

Actually, sewing in pearls and purls isn't that exciting. But I'm looking forward to it being finished

March 19, 2009 at 5:30 PM

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