moleculart
Hello! I'm Emmi, I combine threads with science. If you're looking for unique and intricate hand embroidery, you're in the right place!Quick links:
Fundraiser for Yemen’s humanitarian crisis: crowdfunder.co.uk/emmiyemen
Etsy shop: moleculartstore.etsy.com
Work
This is a selection of the work I've produced. Some of my pieces are custom orders, and others are available for purchase. Where the original has sold, I may have prints available on Etsy.
About
I'm Emmi, I'm a junior doctor based in Devon, UK. Before my medical degree, I completed a degree in biomedical sciences. I started embroidering in 2014 and have slowly built my skill and techniques since then. I create hand-embroidered pieces with a focus on science, particularly anatomy, but I also explore outside of this.GETTING STARTED
It all started when I was applying to university and I wanted to showcase my flare for art, which was quite broad because until then I hadn't found a specific medium I enjoyed above others. At the same time, I discovered some beautiful, textured oil paintings and wanted to try creating art that had a richness to it. I only knew how to do two simple stitches, but decided to attempt embroidery... and I loved it. I have taught myself since then through trial and error and have slowly experimented with different techniques, stitches and original designs.SELLING
I put my first piece on sale in 2017, but have sold/donated most of my work over the years. I've also recently discovered art prints and stickers, which are a useful way of making my work more affordable, available and accessible. You can find any work I'm selling here.OPPORTUNITIES
Unlike many other artists, embroidery has always been a side gig for me between university, work and motherhood (this is why my custom orders aren't always open!) Having said that, I take this 'hobby' quite seriously. I'm lucky in that some amazing opportunities have come knocking on my door - e.g. art competitions related to my degree, writing a project for a stitching magazine and being featured in Colossal! I'm always up for collaborations and branching out, just drop me a line.
CUSTOMS
I sometimes take custom orders, but can't always have them open.
I charge approximately £16 per hour of work, plus material costs, packaging and postage. My work is intricate and takes a lot of time to create, so pieces can be anywhere from £70 to £700 (and upwards!)If you want to order anything, follow these steps:
• Contact me on any of my social media (below) or via email.
• Tell me whether you want an original piece (give some details about this) or a recreation of something I've made before (send a photo/link)
• The size of the piece
• The timescale you are expecting.I can then let you know when I am free to complete a custom piece, and give you a quote.I take a 20% deposit at time when you confirm your order, and the remainder plus postage prior to posting your item. The deposit is non-refundable once the creation process begins. Any changes to design once the order is confirmed are chargeable.Payments are made via bank transfer or PayPal and you'll always receive an invoice by email.