Description
Fancy creating a wreath with a difference? *Please note I am on holiday 9-20th October so cannot dispatch during these dates.* This handmade wreath kit will certainly create a show stopper, not only for Christmas but for spring or summer and for many years to come, as unlike natural wreaths it won't decay.. Learn metal embossing skills to create your own 3D designs and use metallic metal wire to embellish the wreath further. This is such an easy skill once you know how...so inside the kit you will find simple to follow step-by-step instructions as well as a link to an online guided tutorial by The Art Doctor UK. This is suitable for beginner crafters - no experience required. ***Create a personalised wreath by embossing the family names into the leaves, or add foliage designs and shapes of your choice.*** You will be shown a range of techniques in the video/instructions and get to experiment a little before committing to your design by using the spare embossing metal. You will learn, embossing, wire sculpting, metal sculpting and composition skills by creating your own wreath at home. Optional: You have the option to burn copper coloured metal foil with a hand held heat gun or small blow torch to reveal the beautiful colours conducted by the metal. Blow torch/heat gun not provided. Please wear safety googles and gloves, and use safety equipment. This is usually a very expensive art form to learn, so make the most of this bargain while you can! It is the perfect gift to yourself or others to get you in the festive season. *Please note this is an adult craft kit, if using with Children supervise carefully as metal edges can be sharp, and do not use blow torch option. *Intended for indoor use only ***There is nothing else like this on the market!***
What's included in the price?
The Kit contains everything you need to make an approx 14" Wreath: - Special foam embossing mat (A4) - Set of specialist embossing tools - Set of specialist embossing metals (4 x A4 sheets - 1 for practice) - Set of Specialist Craft Wire - 12" Rose Gold/Copper coloured wire wreath base - a roll of double sided glue dots - Printed simple step-by-step instructions - Instructional Video Link - Compostable Storage box & Plastic Free Packaging. 4 colour aluminium embossing foils to choose from - Silver, Gold, Copper or Mixed. Please state desired coloured when ordering or by replying to the message I send when you order. Can’t decide? Follow me @The_Art_Doctor_UK to see various customer outcomes to help you decide.
What you will need
Scissors or craft knife with cutting mat Optional if purchasing copper option: small blow torch such as a cooks torch.
Duration
Maker
Dr Helen Jones has 14 years art teaching experience. Helen achieved a 1st Class honours in Fine Art and continues to be a practicing Artist from her home studio in Chester. She completed an MA in Art Education and then completed a Doctorate in the subject. She has delivered adult art workshops nationally and offers regular art classes and workshops in Chester through her small business The Art Doctor UK founded in 2021. Helen has also taught art in Tuscany, the Congo, Rome and Finland. She has a warm and encouraging nature.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Wheelchair users
- Learning difficulties (SEN)
- Christmas
- Easter
- Father's Day
- Mother's Day
- Fairs, festivals & exhibitions
