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 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 …
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 …
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, …
Have you ever been really busy then caught a cold or some minor ailment then the minute you get over it you decide you really need to blitze the place and clean up? That is what happened to me this week. I have been busy with running two online classes back …
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 for borders. …
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 …
