2 PDF Bumblebee and Aglais Urticae Hand embroidery tutorial

The butterfly and bumblebee is embroidered using stumpwork technique. The description is based on my knowledge of embroidery, and it may differ from traditional methods. I will show you how to embroider wings, how to process edges, and how to assemble a insects. If you have not used such technique before, you may have to practice a little. Parts are very small; it requires a lot of patience and diligence. I describe the whole process step-by-step, explaining it with a large number of photos.

I’ve added a video where I show all the difficult moments in detail. The links to the video are in the PDF file.

The right side of the wings butterfly is embroidered with mouline thread. All the wings keep their shape well thanks to the wire frame.

The wrong side is decorated with delicate lace.

Brooches is very light and elegant. They creates the full impression that a real bumblebee or butterfly is sitting on your dress.

Step by step, you will learn the whole process of creating an insect. It is more suitable for reading on a computer or tablet screen than for printing. You will need a PDF reader (Eg. Adobe Reader) to open and view the file.

I am always in touch. If you have any questions during the embroidering, contact me. I will try to do my best to help you.

Dear embroideresses! The master-class is for personal use only. Copying these materials in whole or in part, reproduction and distribution in any way in digital or paper form is strictly prohibited! Please respect my work, my time and efforts spent on designing the model and creating a description to it. Embroidery with pleasure for yourself and your loved ones!

Please contact me if you have any problems with your order.

Video bumblebee https://youtu.be/d_kdax69kcU

Video butterfly https://youtu.be/IY7BBDZBbZ8