Wheatear stitch is a stitch that is often overlooked but it is very useful to add to sprays of flowers and other organic things. You can use it for wild grasses and of course, wheat. See the Wheatear stitch tutorial for step-by-step instructions on how to work it and to give you a few ideas on how to use it in your projects.
Take a Stitch Tuesday Week 38 Beyond TAST
Whipped Wheatear is, of course, a version of Wheatear stitch. This stitch makes for an interesting change. And especially so when combined with Wheatear in, for instance, a field of grasses.
If you are new to hand embroidery the challenge is to learn the stitch and share what you have learned. If you are an experienced embroiderer, enjoy Beyond TAST and give your work a modern twist. And of course, share it online so beginners can see what can be done with a little imagination.
If you are looking for past TAST stitch challenges the archives are in the Take a Stitch Tuesday category
Where to Share
So the idea is to stitch a sample, photograph it, share it in the Take a Stitch Tuesday facebook group, or use the hashtags #TASTembroidery and #PintangleTAST on Instagram.
If you need more information the challenge guidelines are on the TAST FAQ page.
I hope you enjoy Take a Stitch Tuesday Week 38
Have you seen my Crazy Quilting book?
My book The Visual Guide to Crazy Quilting Design: Simple Stitches, Stunning Results shares detailed practical methods about how to design and make a crazy quilt. From fabric choice, to balancing colour, texture, and pattern, in order to balance and direct the eye around the block. I cover how to stitch, build decorative seam treatments in interesting and creative ways. My book is profusely illustrated as my aim is to be practical and inspiring.
Sharon, thank you and yes, I love your book!!!
Hi Sharon, so happy to see your TAST project still in the works. My life has been “crazy” and not in a fun way. Lost both my parents a year and a half apart. I just finished packing up the house and selling it and then I just lost one of my little cats. But I’m slowly but surely getting things back in order here. I’m taking some time to wind down from all the stress before getting back to work.
I ordered your book and oh my! It’s stunning!! So much beauty and such great diagrams. One of the best Crazy Quilt instruction books available!!
Just wanted to say hi!!
Pam
Hi Pam sorry to hear you have had a rough time I am pleased you like the book!
Love your book! It has been so helpful.