This is a basic needlepoint stitch used on canvas. It looks like half-cross stitch on the front, but it’s worked differently to give denser coverage. It can be stitched in both horizontal and vertical rows to suit the colour changes in the design. Continental (tent) stitch LEFT Continental (tent) stitch RIGHT
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HSP2504 BOM Sunshine Lollipops PART 4
When working from right to left, bring the needle out in the centre of the stitch and take it up and […]
By Michelle Marvig The one consistent thing required for any type of patchwork or appliqué is the need to cut out […]
A great stand-alone stitch as well as a team player, woven cross stitch can be worked informally on any background or […]
Worked the same way by left-or right-handed stitchers, the double cast-on stitch is textural and versatile: it can be worked narrow, […]
A three-dimensional standing stitch, drizzle stitch is related to cast-on stitch, but is only anchored at the base. It can be […]
Mattress stitch is used to join knitting with an invisible seam. It is a specially adapted version of ladder stitch, which […]
