Woven Bars After completing the cutting, there will be a network of threads left, all in groups of four. These will be woven into bars with pearl cotton, usually size #8 or #12. Secure the end of the thread into the satin stitches on the back of the fabric and bring the needle to the […]
Category: Stitches
Straight Hemstitch
This stitch typically is stitched in the space where one horizontal fabric thread has been removed. Cut the fabric thread about 4” ahead of where you want to stop and reweave the end back into the fabric. Your hemstitch is often done around an entire piece so be sure you do all sides. You start […]
Double Back Stitch (for Pulled Thread)
Double Back Stitch (for Pulled Thread) The Double Back Stitch is the shadow work stitch but pulled with a slight or medium tension. This stitch is worked over two rows and can go in any direction. This is one stitch where a slightly different colored thread might be appropriate. The crossed patterns on the underneath […]
Greek Cross (for Pulled Thread)
Greek Cross (for Pulled Thread) Pull this stitch tight as you work. Here is a diagram showing how it is represented on a chart and then how it is done. Begin in the center hole and complete each arm of the cross. Pay attention to where your needle comes up in the center so that […]
Faggot Stitch (for Pulled Thread)
Faggot Stitch (for Pulled Thread) The amount of pull determines how large the resulting space is. In the examples I found the stitch was worked opposite of how I learned it for Hardanger. The straight stitches are on the front and the diagonal stitches are on the back of the fabric. Here it is shown […]
Four Sided Stitch (for Pulled Thread)
Four Sided Stitch (for Pulled Thread) This stitch is also used a lot in pulled work. The rows can be diagonal, horizontal or vertical. This stitch can be worked in a single row or in multiple rows. If you repeat your wrap it creates a tighter pull, thus larger holes. It is shown here as […]