Cross and Half-cross Stitch
Typically worked on evenweave fabric or Aida cloth but also stitched freeform, cross stitch is popular with kids starting out, textile artisans and everyone between. Half-cross stitch is used to smooth curves and create shading. The design possibilities are limitless. Cross and half-cross stitch LEFT Cross and half-cross stitch RIGHT
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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 […]
