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
My book on Crazy Quilting
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 direct the eye around the block. I cover how to stitch, build decorative seam treatments in interesting and creative ways. This book is profusely illustrated as my aim is to be practical and inspiring.
