Take a Stitch Tuesday Week 13 Basic TAST
The stitch for TAST week 13 is Arrow or Arrowhead Stitch is a very quick and easy stitch to work. It is versatile. You can use it for stylish projects on the one hand, and children’s stitching projects on the other.
There are two varieties of Arrowhead Stitch (see the tutorial). One is a horizontal version, and the other is vertical. Both varieties are good examples of a stitch that has a strong geometric structure that enables you to create numerous patterns by arranging the stitches in various ways. It is ideal to work in bands for borders or over an area for fills.
Take a Stitch Tuesday Week 13 Beyond TAST
Crossed and Plaited Feather stitch are so similar, I have grouped them together as one stitch, but technically they are two stitches. Both are based on straight-sided Feather Stitch and both involve a second line of overlapping stitches. As usual, to learn how to work this stitch, visit my tutorial for Crossed and Plaited Feather stitch.
In the example, I have used two different threads so that people can see the structure of the stitch. You can work both lines in the same coloured thread. Both versions of this stitch are great to use on borders, to create wide lines, and they are fun to use for couching down novelty bumpy yarns, ribbons, or braids. It is loads of fun to experiment with.
A break week is coming up!
Throughout the year I have 3 break weeks. Next week will be the first. It allows anyone who is slipping behind to catch up or if you are on track, you can play with stitches that interest you or simply take a break! I do this so people don’t get too discouraged — life can often get in the way. I want everyone to feel positive about their stitching rather than feeling overwhelmed.
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.
Happy stitching!
Follow Pintangle and have it delivered to your inbox
You can have Pintangle delivered to your inbox — In the side bar use the Subscribe to Pintangle box or If you are on a mobile scroll to the bottom the of the page to find the Subscribe to Pintangle option. In either case type in your email address and click on the Subscribe button below. Then check your email inbox for a confirmation email and click the link to confirm your subscription. If you don’t see a confirmation email, check your spam folder — sometimes the computer puts it there.
.
My New Book: Creative Stitches Volume 2 — Now Available for Preorder
Explore a further 114 often-used hand embroidery stitches with clear, step-by-step photos, and practical, straightforward instructions for both left and right-handed stitchers! Try out inventive techniques, and gain confidence to play with stitches. Experiment with stitches and apply them to your own contemporary designs. My book is perfect for anyone who loves hand embroidery, crazy quilting, or slow stitching. And I have included loads of photos to inspire your creative journey.
Now available for pre-order 🙂
