Course Description
Satin Ribbon Embroidery is a delicate and elegant embroidery technique that uses satin ribbons to create beautiful, textured designs on fabric. This program teaches students how to work with ribbons in various widths and colors, using techniques like the ribbon stitch, lazy daisy, and French knots to form floral, botanical, and ornamental patterns. Emphasis is placed on achieving smooth, soft textures and intricate detailing with the ribbons.
Students also learn how to combine ribbon embroidery with other embellishments like beads and sequins for added depth. Graduates can apply these skills in fashion, home decor, or custom craft projects.
Course Curriculum:-
Satin Stitch: How to select designs, fabrics, and work methods
Satin Stitch Variations: Padded and slant satin
Ribbon Embroidery Tools & Materials: How to use ribbon embroidery tools and materials
Transferring Designs: How to transfer designs to fabric
Stitches: How to create borders, leaves, flowers, and more using stitches such as backstitch, ribbon stitch, stem stitch & more.
Tinting & Dyeing: How to tint and dye silk ribbons
Other Ribbon Embroidery Tips:
Use a fine, pointed needle so that needle holes won’t show
When sketching a design, draw in large flowers first, then add smaller groups of flowers and leaves
Make designs asymmetrical, rather than the same on both sides Resources for ribbon embroidery
Dutch Couture Academy offers an online course on silk ribbon
Threads Magazine has articles on silk ribbon embroidery
- Stitch Floral has tips on cutting and coloring silk ribbons
