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Satin couching Use satin couching for a smooth, raised initial: couch perlé no 8 or 12 thread or six strands of cotton thread in place (see couching). Couch the rows close together; make a few more rows on top of the first layer, especially towards the centre of the initial. By stitching two (or even three) layers on top of one another, the initial will be nice and rounded. Thread...
Stem Stitch Filling is row upon row of closely packed stem stitches. Make the first row of stem stitches, stitching along the edge of the shadow outline, then make a second row alongside, repeating until the shape is formed. Enjoy!
This is an ideal technique to use when you want to make large leaves or long, upright flowers like Lupins. Usually, the 4 or 7mm silk or organza ribbon is used, but for larger shapes, you can use the wider 13mm, 20mm or 25mm ribbons. Work with one or two strands of a matching colour thread. Start at the base of the leaf or flower and make...
Twirled ribbon rose The twirled ribbon rose is a wonderful stitch to use when making roses and rosebuds. Here I used my 7mm silk ribbon no. 43 on a size 18 chenille needle... 1. Come up in the centre and gently twist the needle to form a neat tubular shape. 2. Hold the twirled ribbon and insert needle...
Feather Stitch Feather stitch is a good choice for shrubs and hedges and fills up detail quickly. Best used with one or two strands out of the six-strand threads for landscape designs, it is worked the same way as fly stitch but, instead of making a single stitch, insert the needle to the right and then to the left as shown. Remember to keep the thread under...
Turkey stitch Stitch diagrams are © 2012 Metz Press www.metzpress.co.za and Di van Niekerk www.dicraft.co.za Turkey stitch is a wonderful versatile stitch when you want to add a fluffy texture in your design. A long looped thread is anchored to the fabric with tiny stay stitches. See diagram above. Make stitches close together when filling in shapes for a dog or cat and make...
Long and short stitch This is a good filling stitch. Work with one strand of thread for the best results. When working large areas with two strands, separate the threads before inserting them in the needle. This way, the threads are smooth and untwisted. Click on the images to enlarge Stitch diagrams are © 2012 Metz Press www.metzpress.co.za and Di van Niekerk www.dicraft.co.za ...
Long and short buttonhole stitch This stitch is ideal for stumpwork leaves and shapes. It forms a smooth, raised edge which allows the shape to be cut out quite safely. . . Fill in the empty spaces with long and short stitch. . . ..and here is the same stitch when making a leaf. . . Enjoy! Love Di ♥
Satin Stitch See image above and use for small shapes. Make straight stitches close together, working as neatly as possible. Use a gentle even tension. When working on a hoop, stitch using two steps. Take the needle to the back of your work then bring it to the front to make the adjoining stitch. . .Padded Satin stitch Use for shapes that require a neat, rounded edge. First...
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