Gobelin Stitch The basic Gobelin stitch probably resulted from darning stitches and looks like a satin stitch but it is usually done over two fabric threads in a consistent upright pattern. « Back to Stitches
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Long-Arm Cross Stitch
Long-Arm Cross Stitch « Back to Stitches
Cross Stitch (and Variations)
Cross Stitch Here is the progression from the Cross Stitch (Korssting in Norwegian) to the Smyrna (Dobbelt Korssting). Do not get it confused with the Star Stitch (stjernesting) which is not completely square when finished. « Back to Stitches
No-Knead Oatmeal Molasses Bread
NO KNEAD OATMEAL MOLASSES BREAD 2 pkgs. active dry yeast 1/2 C lukewarm water to soften yeast 1 1/2 C boiling water 1 C oatmeal (quick or regular) 1/2 C light molasses 1/2 C shortening 1 tsp salt 6 1/4 C flour 2 eggs, slightly beaten Combine boiling water, oatmeal, molasses, shortening and salt. Cool […]
Pie Crust
PIE CRUST 1 C shortening (Crisco) 2 C flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/3 C water Mix flour, salt and shortening together until crumbly (Two table knives work well or a pastry cutter). Add water and mix lightly with a fork. Roll on floured pastry cloth size of pie pan. Flute edges and trim. This makes […]
Holbein (Double Running) Stitch
Double Running Straight Journey The double running stitch is also known as the Holbein stitch and Assisi stitch. It is used especially in reversible Blackwork where you want the back of your work to look exactly as the front of your work. For this stitch series, work a line of running stitches of all the […]