Kim of a dork with a needle gives us a close-up look at some uses of buttonhole stitch in crewelwork. A slight variation in thread weight or length or width of stitch produces dramatically different textures. See her beautiful, photo-filled post.
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Vintage French Needlework: 300 Authentic Cross-Stitch Patterns
Vintage French Needlework: 300 Authentic Cross-Stitch Patterns—Flowers, Borders, and Alphabets from Antique Textiles” by Véronique Maillard is a comprehensive collection that delves into the rich tradition of French embroidery from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Maillard, an embroidery … Read More ...
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