Summer Wildflowers by Hannah Mansfield

If you’re one of those stitchers who is always on the hunt for projects that help you create an embroidered home, or you’re simply looking for pieces that live beyond a frame, you’re going to love our first featured project this week.

Summer Wildflowers by Hannah Mansfield from The Handpicked Collection 6 is a gorgeous wreath consisting of a beautifully balanced circle of three-dimensional goldwork blooms.

This elegant circular form makes for a wonderfully versatile piece of embroidery that can be showcased in a variety of ways.

The wreath is composed of three familiar summer blooms: common mallow, dog rose and wild pansy. Each flower is individually stitched, wired and shaped before being assembled onto the circular base, creating an arrangement full of movement and depth.

Worked in silver and gilt metal threads, the petals are outlined with pearl purl, filled with smooth, rough and check purl, and enhanced with chipping and beading to create texture and sparkle.

Once stitched, each petal is carefully cut out, backed with gold or silver leaf transfer, and shaped by hand before the flowers are formed and secured to a wired ring.

The result is embroidery that feels almost alchemical - delicate silk organza transformed into radiant, sculptural flowers.

Whether you choose to style Summer Wildflowers around a candle as photographed, display it as an elegant seasonal decoration, add it to a bedroom for a touch of quiet luxury, or hang it on the wall as a sculptural statement, it is sure to bring warmth and beauty to the space around it.

Hannah’s skill and expertise in creating remarkable designs like this are only part of the story.

She is not only a master artisan, but also an accomplished teacher, providing detailed and thorough instruction at every step.

From practical tips on handling precious metal threads to a carefully structured order of work, she leads you confidently from individual petal to completed wreath.

It is a masterclass in sculpture, balance and refinement and a celebration of goldwork in its most contemporary form.

We know that sourcing goldwork threads and metal materials can be tricky. If you prefer the ease of letting us do the hard work for you, Summer Wildflowers Ready-to-Stitch kits are now available using the link below.

Also, be sure to check out Hannah’s website HERE where you can discover more of her stunning work, a range of her own products and even book online classes with her.