Today I have selected a knotted stitch with a controversial name. In some of my books it is called Danish Knot Stitch and in others its name is German Knot Stitch. Somewhere on the internet it was described as a detached form of Palestrina Stitch.
The Swedish name is Tysk Knut.
(Updated info): The French name is Point de Noel Allemand.
I have referred to these three books:
I have no idea where the stitch originates from. If you know, and know what it is called in your language, please leave a comment.
It is worked like this:
Anchor it near where the first stitch came out.
This is what it looks like on Aida.
Homework
To make a Christmas card including the danish Knot Stitch.
this looks like a double knot stitch to me but instead of working a row of them they are done on their on their own so taking the needle through to the back ids done differently. Also known as palestrina knot as you say on your blog.
ReplyDeleteA far as I understand it, Double Knot Stitch and Palestrina Knot Stitch are both stitched on a line, and usually just called Palestrina Stitch, whereas the Danish (or German) Knot Stitch is an individual stitch.
DeleteIt's easy, fast and fun, so do try it.
I do want to try this stitch. I will need practice to work the individual stitches uniform. interesting experiment ahead!
ReplyDeleteChitra
You have done the TAST Palestrina stitch, haven't you? Then this individual knot stitch should give you no problem. With your creativity you will make the stitch 'blossom'. Have fun!
DeleteLovely little knot - it is good to be reminded of some stitches whatever their name is.
ReplyDeleteI think it is an easy stitch and that it has a lot of potential.
DeleteBeautifully done, Queenie, thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome. I think it is a good stitch for filling in empty areas.
DeleteThey look like little hearts!
ReplyDeleteDepending on how long you make the 'legs' and at what angle you put them it can look like a round and 'cuddly' heart or a long and 'sharpish' heart. Have fun!
DeleteIt is a great little stitch. I am always amazed by the many names one stitch can acquire.
ReplyDeleteIt is also interesting to see what names the same stitch gets in other countries.
DeleteI cannot remember if I have done this stitch or not, looks like it would be useful. I've got the Mary Thomas's book so I'll look it up.
ReplyDeleteThe knots have the shape of a triangle or a heart, or if you space the legs differently and make them longer you could make a bug or something similar. Give it a try!
DeleteBonjour,
ReplyDeletej'ai trouvé ce point en français sous le nom de
"point de noeud allemand" soit : german knot stitch
Bizarre comme les noms de points changent d'un pays à l'autre.
C'est une découverte
Mattia
Thank you for the info. I'll update the post.
DeleteCatching up on my blog reading! This does look a little familiar ..... I think I may have stitched Palestrina stitch in a row, around a bag top ..... sounded such a nice name for a stitch!
ReplyDeleteBarbara xx