TAST week 41 is here, and before we know it, the end of the year will have arrived. For this week, Closed Herringbone stitch is the challenge. This stitch is very useful to define a good strong line or to use in a border, or as part of an edging. You can experiment by changing the height of the stitches to use them as a fill for small shapes. Also, this stitch is wonderful to use to imitate a fine braid.
Take a Stitch Tuesday Week 41 Beyond TAST
Chained Wheatear is a useful part of the Wheatear stitch family which quickly creates a heavier textured line. It will hold a curve well and looks best in a cotton perle thread. It also looks fantastic if you add a line of beads down the middle.
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 41
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