Notice how Santa's Beard was created (on Sadie's stocking seen below) using multiple length straight stitches anchored by a french knot. It originated as a floral embroidery stitch called a Pistil Stitch,
seen below:
To see step-by-step instructions click
here or stop by HON for a tutorial.
TIP OF THE MONTH
ATTACK YOUR STACK!!!
Most would call it their "stash" but many needlepointers have unfinished (or never started) projects in their closets, project bags ~ wherever. It's the perfect time take one out,
spruce it up with new and/or additional fibers while they're
20% OFF and get the satisfaction
of completing an old project. We
are happy to suggest new uses for
old canvases - maybe instead of another pillow turn that floral into