This sample is to be found on Section 33 of the For Love of Stitching band sampler.
Stitches Used:
I was experimenting with varieties of chain stitch and threaded chain stitch.
Threads:
A black knitting yarn with a metalic blending thread and wool.
Fabric:
Hand dyed Aida
Date:
This section of the sampler was worked mid to late 2008.
Size:
The For Love of Stitching Band Sampler is 15 cm (6 inches) wide. It consists of different strips of fabric which are are stitched together to form one long strip. It currently measures 24.8 yards or 22.75 metres long and I have more bands to add.
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You may be amazed at how often I see your Pintangle examples being useful for historical embroidery. I can see this with oes, and a gold thread heathered with a silk one.