A final note Metal thread work takes time. A simple piece of goldwork approximately two inches (5 cm) square will take about 25-30 hours, considerably more than cross stitch or counted stitch work.
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Metal thread work takes time. A simple piece of goldwork approximately two inches (5 cm) square will take about 25-30 hours, considerably more than cross stitch or counted stitch work.
