It was a new stitch to me, and I found it a bit difficult to keep the tension even. I started out making a rectangular frame, then saw that the stitch had a 'Roman Numeral' look about it (IX or XI). Adding a clock face and some hands was then the obvious choice! The result, a very wonky clock!
like you Queenie I was not inspired with this stitch. I works as a border but maybe I have no imagination but have not come up with any other ideas for it. A clock was a great idea
ReplyDeleteI have seen some others do fantastic things with this stitch, so they probably liked the stitch better than we did.
DeleteI like this border! I've been playing with this stitch today and hope to continue tomorrow. It's a very time consuming stitch and a thread eater!
ReplyDeleteA thread eater indeed! The perfect stitch if you want to get rid of odd bits and ends in a free form embroidery.
DeleteI wasn't struck on this one either and also had problems with tension so I did a very small sample. But you are right Queenie, it does have a Roman Numeral look about it and I like your wonky clock.
ReplyDeleteIf it is difficult to keep the tension of a stitch and make it look even, then it is perfect for free form, wonky embroidery. I noticed, as did Annet that it is using a lot of thread so a mix of various odds and ends would be good. All stitches have SOMETHING good!
DeleteI am one of those who 'liked' this stich but it took a few goes at trying it with different threads, spacing and tensions before I could say this.
ReplyDeleteIt seems that this was a new stitch to many, so more or less all of us are beginners and maybe felt a bit intimidated. As you know, with practise, things will eventually go smoothly.
Deletewow pretty idea of using this stich
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Well, it is very simple and plain compared to the elaborate and beautiful craft you make!
DeleteWhat a wonderful use of the stitch!
ReplyDeletewhat a funy idea !
ReplyDeleteThanks! Time has stopped at 2.55!
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