This stitch is an example of how a base of Herringbone Square Stitch can be used for weaving. The result is a beautiful tight Stitch that allows experimenting with colors and can be used for scattered filling.
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| Fig 1: Make a base of Herringbone Square Stitch. | Fig 2: Now bring the needle out through the inside of one corner and pass it under the top intersection, as shown. |
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| Fig 3: Now, pass the needle under the right intersection. Do not pluck the fabric underneath at any time. | Fig 4: Continue by passing the needle under the bottom intersection. |
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| Fig 5: Then, pass under the last intersection on the left. | Fig 6: Now, take the needle through the fabric on the top right corner, and come out from the lower left corner, as shown. |
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| Fig 7: Pass it under the top intersection without plucking the fabric beneath. | Fig 8: Again, pass it under the tight Stitch as shown. Do not pluck the fabric underneath. |
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| Fig 9: Now, take the needle in through the fabric, as shown. This finishes one laced Herringbone Square Stitch. | Fig 10: The finished look will throw out a star like-pattern. |
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Love this tutorial. Looking forward to your e-book.Thank you Sarah
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