Work in Progress block 36 done!

It seems to have taken an age but I can finally give you a work in progress report to say that block 36 is done! Since releasing my CQ stencils  I have not had a lot of time to stitch. I am not complaining but his block has taken an age …

Woven Zig Zag Chain

Woven Zig-Zag Chain As the name implies, Woven Zig Zag Chain is based on zig zag chain. Follow the link to the tutorial if you need directions or just a quick refresher. Woven Zigzag chain stitch is a variety of chain stitch that creates an interesting pattern of woven stitches. You …

Crazy Quilt Seam Detail 448

This seam is to be found on block 67 of the I dropped the button box Quilt. I embroidered a small spray of flowers using detached chain stitch, French knots and stem stitch. I also used buttons to decorate the area too. What is the story? This regular series illustrates …

Needlework Detail 622 on the For love of Stitching Band Sampler


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The detail below is an area on my Love of Stitching Band Sampler. It is part of section 46. You can read more about it where I introduced section 46  or click on the sampler for a larger view and to be taken to the article. Stitches Used: Chain stitch, …

Zig-Zag Chain Stitch Tutorial

This stitch is called Zig-zag Chain Stitch but is also known as Vandyke chain stitch. Needless to say Zig-zag chain is a member of the Chain Stitch family. Zig-zag chain stitch is effective when worked alone or if you stack it sewn row upon row you can build up  patterns …

Introducing Block 67 in the I dropped the button Box Quilt

Today I will introduce Block 67 which is a muted colour scheme but I quite like it. Click on the image and it will take you to a larger size block. Over the next few weeks I will share close details of the embroidery I did on the seams and …