Chinese Embroidery Tools & Materials Shop
The CEI Shop offers tools, materials, learning kits and courses for Chinese embroidery. Sales support the Chinese Embroidery Institute’s long-term research, preservation and teaching work.
Materials
- Silk embroidery thread — 100% mulberry silk, sold in sets of 50 small bunches, with a colour-matching service: send a picture of your design and we suggest colours and quantities.
- Twisted silk thread — for firmer lines and outlines.
- Pure gold embroidery wire — 0.5–0.6 mm, sold by the metre or 50 m bunch, for gold couching.
- Silk fabric for double-sided embroidery — including a 5-momme option.
- Threads for Manila shawls — packs of 10 gradient spools.
- Traditional embroidery frames — sourced from suppliers in China (80 cm model).
Courses
- Single-day one-to-one online class
- Double-sided embroidery for beginners and the course-design version
- Private online lessons
Choosing materials for a first project
Choose thread by structure as well as colour, and treat the ground fabric as part of the finished image. Read how to choose silk thread, how to choose silk fabric and essential tools and materials.
Shipping and payment
Most items are ordered by quote: shipping depends on destination, weight and size, so we confirm costs by email after you enquire. Start on the contact page (WhatsApp +1 408 210 0870).
FAQ
Can you match thread colours to my design?
Yes. Send one or more pictures and we will suggest colours (a range of 5–8 transitional shades is recommended) and quantities.
Does the Institute make the frames?
No. Frames are sourced from suppliers in China; included components are confirmed before ordering.
How long does shipping take?
It depends on the destination and carrier. The Manila shawl thread page gives about 20–40 days from Beijing as a typical range; we confirm costs and timing for your address.
