Tag: Canvaswork

Variation 1 Variation 2 There are many variations and versions of the shell stitch. Here are two examples that really do look like shells. The first shell is worked from side to side sharing the center hole. You may want to use your needle or laying tool to open that center hole so that your […]

Variation 1 Four Step Herringbone The Herringbone stitch is a very versatile stitch because it can be worked up, down, or around as a border. Using a different color each trip adds interest to the finished area. The Herringbone is worked one row at a time from left to right. The first example shows how […]

Turkey work is a fun stitch that can be used for Santa’s beard, animal fur, and fuzzy flowers. You can cut the loops for maximum fuzz or leave them looped for depth. This stitch is worked in rows from left to right, from the bottom row to the top row. Turkeywork has some “rules” to […]

Variation 1 Variation 2 The Woven stitch looks like the weaving of a basket. It is great for backgrounds because it quickly covers the fabric. You work this stitch in horizontal rows as shown. Be sure to include the short stitches, called compensation stitches, around your design area or you will have holes at the […]

The basketweave stitch (or diagonal tent stitch) is a universal stitch, one you can use for small or large areas. While the front of the stitch will look like the Continental stitch, the back will resemble a woven wicker basket. Because of the way this stitch is worked, it is a very sturdy stitch, actually […]

The basketweave stitch (or diagonal tent stitch) is a universal stitch, one you can use for small or large areas. While the front of the stitch will look like the Continental stitch, the back will resemble a woven wicker basket. Because of the way this stitch is worked, it is a very sturdy stitch, actually […]