Williams, Tatyana
Cross Stitching: Learn How toCross Stitch Quickly withProven Techniques and SimpleInstruction
- ISBN 13:
- 9781508671916
- author:
- Williams, Tatyana
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 42
- Dimensions:
- 20.32 x 13.34 x 0.23 centimetres
- Genre:
- Home & Garden, Crafts & Hobbies, Needlework & Knitting,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Cross-stitching is an embroidery technique that involves sewing stitches in a tiled pattern to form letters or images. This method is comparable to modern digital images created using pixels, and its origins date back to the 1600s in America. Historically, cross-stitch was used to personalize and embellish household items such as napkins and dishcloths, but it has since evolved for more decorative purposes, including creating images and sayings on pillow covers and wall hangings. The technique requires various methods for threading the needle, beginning the piece, working the stitches, and finishing the project. To get started with cross-stitch, it's recommended to create your own pattern on graph paper, practice different stitching styles, and make a sampler as a reference guide. A sampler is a decorative piece that showcases the alphabet, numbers, or other designs, allowing beginners to practice their stitching while creating a useful reference card.
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