A European Tour of Drawn Thread Techniques punto antico Double Back Stitch Squares

Double Back Stitch Squares

Sampler Cushion #3 features the same layout as Cushions #1 and #2 for a cohesive look: a border of Italian Four-Sided Stitch and tile outlines of Satin Stitch and EIGHT pulled thread fillings

and comprehensive instructions with a multitude of diagrams

enlarge holes for threading heavy threads

Inspired by secluded courtyards paved courtyards of Italy featuring intricate knot gardens

A European Tour of Drawn Thread Techniques punto antico Double Back Stitch SquaresA sampler of small pieces from the drawn thread techniques originating in countries such as Russia, Ukraine, Italy, France, Germany, and Norway. The Drawn Thread techniques range from the simple, drawn in one direction, to those drawn in two directions and cutwork. Each motif can be stitched as part of the larger sampler, individually , or rearranged into a layout of your own design. Techniques include: Myrezhka, Peahole, Hardanger, Deruta Sfilato,