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Course Type, Length, and Start Date
Project and Technique
3-months. June 1st, 2025. Late registrations taken
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Kit Contents
29 boxes of silk purls in multiple sizes, 11 boxes of silk scallop trim, gilt 1 1/2 twist, 5 packages of chardon coupe and bouclette, plain gold check #4, TIRE silk, 1 box silk laid down trim, pigma pen, needles and on a 40ct closely woven white linen.
Course Overview
This course offers an incredible exploration into the dimensional work of silk purls. Silk purls are copper wires fully covered in filament silk, wound around a round or shaped mandrel to create springs. These versatile threads can be couched onto surfaces or cut and threaded in techniques similar to goldwork embroidery.
In this 3-month course, you'll master 17th-century techniques through two flower basket projects, each measuring approximately 5" x 5". These projects can either be framed and hung together or used to line the inside doors of a double or flat casket with doors. You'll work with silk purls in various sizes, scallop trim, gilt 1 1/2 twist, and chardon coupe and bouclette on a 40-count closely woven white linen. If you have wanted to try the unique materials on my website, this is a great way to try many at once.
Due to the delicate nature of silk purls, this work must be done on a slate frame or large roller frame, as the springs can be crushed. Note that this cannot be done with a hoop or by hand.
Course Flexibility
At Thistle Threads, we understand that life’s commitments can make it difficult to focus on a course every month. That’s why my courses are designed to be self-paced, allowing you to learn at your own rhythm. You can take breaks when needed, and the course material will remain available to you, often serving as a valuable reference for future projects once completed.
Course Access and Delivery
Upon the start date of the course, you’ll receive a username and password to access my teaching site on the Thinkific platform. Logging in will immediately give you access to the first lesson, ready for download. Course materials will be provided in PDF format.
Access Timeframe
Course materials must be downloaded within three months of the course's conclusion. During the course, all lessons—including new ones and previously released content—will be accessible. So, if you’re unable to log in during a month, you can always catch up by reviewing any missed lessons at your own pace.
Prerequisites
This course requires a basic understanding of threading a needle. Experience with couching helps, but not required.
