The Point Russe Stitch was found in Mary Thomas's Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches. It is simple and easy, just make five straight stitches in an arch.
Have a look:
To make even stitches on plain weave, it is a good idea to make a template and mark the fabric.
Homework:
Add stitches to these three pieces.
Then just imagine all the things you can do with the basic stitch.... changing the length and width of the legs, adding knots, beads, placing a button at the bottom, using the legs for needle weaving... isn't this the ultimate embellishing stitch for crazy quilting?
I see fingers for a creature
ReplyDeleteI do too, now that you have pointed it out! Thanks!
DeletePoint Russe stitch, yes that looks like it has endless possibilities for variations.
ReplyDeleteYou hit the jack pot with this stitch Queenie.
I think it will be a smart foundation stitch to add other stitches to get variation.
DeleteLooks simple, but I imagine it is difficult to get it even. I look forward to seeing how you do with the templates.
ReplyDeleteThe templates were very useful!
DeleteThis one looks quite simple. Playing with it should be fun. You do find different stitches, Queenie.
ReplyDeleteAt first I didn't think this would qualify as a single stitch, after all it is made up of five Straight Stitches. I wanted to include it in SSS as I think it can be used and played with in so many ways.
DeleteBack to my playroom!
Maybe a scalloped edge for something, too?
ReplyDeleteGood idea! Thank you!
Deletele nom français est simple :
ReplyDelete- point russe
également trouvé dans le Mary Thomas et nulle part ailleurs
Voilà
Mattia
Yes, I guessed as much. Point Russe must be a French name. I haven't seen this stitch anywhere than in MT's Dictionary either.
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