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
HSP2604_Yarn Day Notions Carryall
HSP2604_String Snowball Quilt
HSP2604_Petals Mandala Pincushion
HSP2604_Magenta Magic
HSP2604_Farmhouse Cushion
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, […]