Realistic Embroidery Techniques
A course by Emillie Ferris , Embroidery Artist
Learn how to create realistic embroidered pieces using the long and short stitch technique

Learn how to create realistic embroidered pieces using the long and short stitch technique
In the art of needle painting, a needle acts like a brush and the thread as the paint, helping you achieve hyper realistic designs. Learn the techniques of long and short stitch with embroidery artist Emillie Ferris and apply them to the creation of an embroidered Monarch butterfly.
In this course, learn how to embroider realistic images, even if you’ve never used a needle before. Get more confident with your embroidery techniques by completing a pattern and applying them to create your own needle painted designs in the future.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 18 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (1.3K)
- 38,307 students
- 17 lessons (3h 13m)
- 18 additional resources (11 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Embroider a realistic butterfly in a 6” hoop, ready to hang on a wall in your home or give to a loved one.

Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is suitable for all skill levels, both beginning and experienced stitchers alike.
Requirements and materials
No previous knowledge of embroidery is required.
As for materials, you’ll need different color threads, embroidery needles, hoops, different fabrics, scissors, and a pencil.

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Emillie Ferris
A course by Emillie Ferris
Emillie Ferris is a self-taught artist using traditional embroidery methods to create contemporary embroidery patterns, kits, pins, and original hoop art.
After some years of embroidering for her own enjoyment, she began receiving custom pet portrait requests, allowing her to start a gradual transition into embroidering full-time. In 2018, she began taking steps to expand her business by teaching others and sharing her love for embroidery.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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What Will We Do on This Course?
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U2
Things to Know before Embroidering the Final Project
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Materials
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Pattern Transfer
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Choosing Floss Colours
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Long and Short Stitch: Painting with Thread 1
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Long and Short Stitch: Painting with Thread 2
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U3
Monarch Butterfly Walkthrough
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Our First Stitches 1
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Our First Stitches 2
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Our First Stitches 3
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The Forewings
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The Hindwings and the Body 1
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The Hindwings and the Body 2
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The Hindwings and the Body 3
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U4
Finishing Your Project
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Finishing Touches
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Share Your Beloved Artwork
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FP
Final project
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Realistic Embroidery Techniques
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nataliaalvis_bio
Muy buen curso, ella explica todo muy bien de manera meticulosa, excelente artista del bordado
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flavia_dfm
Curso excelente e de fácil compreensão.m
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libellule_gr
Je suis très heureuse d'apprendre cette nouvelle technique, ça faisait plusieurs années que je souhaitais me lancer, et je suis vraiment satisfaite de cette formation. j'ai encore du travaille mais ça va aller. Merci
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gipsy
Excelente curso, Emily es excepcional!!!
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brigitte.ogar
j'ai bien aimé ce cours très clair ni trop lent ni trop rapide
personne agréable et souriante très professionnelle méticuleuse pour ce travail qui demande de la précision
je recommande pour les brodeuses ou brodeurs en herbe
Merci Emily
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