Stump work; Three-Dimensional Embroidery

 All About Stump-work, the 3D of the Embroidery World.

A history lesson by Deonne's World.

The beauty of a 3D piece.
"Being creative, I have reveled in the world of embroidery for years and because of its array of designs, techniques, stitches, materials, colors, and textures; I’ve found many hours of delight in it. I am sure all my fellow embroiders would agree.

It kept me busy during the lockdowns of recent years and it’s come to be my employment in an unstable world." Deonne.D


When Stump Work Appeared.

Stump work is a form of raised embroidery, that appeared in 14th century Europe and was given this name by the Victorians. Later it came to be known as Stump work, raised work or embossed work. Stump work reached its peak mid-17th century, during the Elizabethan period.


Many of the popular Stump work elements were found from the Victorian period: plants of the day were worked in detached buttonhole and padding, and metal work could often be found in expensive gloves.


Alongside these Victorian works, similarities in technique in the Elizabethan and early Stuart periods can be identified on Stump work pieces.


What is Stump Work?

The idea that is Stump work; is to use different embroidery stitches and embroidery techniques to create raised surfaces to tell a contemporary story in stitch using three dimensional elements.


The Stitches Used in Stump Work.

Almost all embroidery stitches can be used. Some are well-suited for creating raised surfaces because the thread sits above the fabric and helps to create interesting textures.

Examples of popular stitches in Stump work embroidery are bullion knots, French knots, fly stitch, satin stitch and many others.


The Techniques of Stump Work

Stump work techniques are varied. To help create raised areas in Stump work, stitching over areas padded with felt, running or chain stitches; using slips and lightly stuffing them; covering wooden and glass beads with thread, and using detached shapes are just a few ways. Only your imagination is the limit for which techniques to use!


The Detached Shapes of Stump Work

These are different shapes, such as leaves and petals that have a wired edge to help keep their form and stand away from the material.

Depending on the effect you want to achieve, wires are not always necessary. Shapes that you might want to roll over on themselves, might not need any wiring. Again, your imagination is the limit.


Stump Work Embroidery Fabrics

 Any fabric is suitable for Stump Work... linen, cotton, wool, silk, blends are all suitable. The fabric you choose will depend on the weight of the finished piece. So, thinking ahead to the finished piece is important. 

If you are creating an embroidered piece with many wired forms that must be supported, you may want to use a heavy-duty backing fabric that supports the stitches and wired forms.


"The work of my hands will never cease to bring me endless joy; be it silk embroidery, ribbon embroidery, bead embroidery, Stump work, cut-work embroidery or any other. 

Doing what I love, awakened the teacher in me and you can now either view my designs or take my embroidery class to create your own designs at Deonne's World contact me through Instagram and Pinterest by leaving a DM or comment or on deonnesworld@gmail.com"  

Deonne.D 


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