How many strands do I have to use for backstitching?

Chellypie

Jazzi replied at 2013-9-24 05:57

                               
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As you can see, it all comes down to preference. When I use 3 strands to cross stitch, I use 2 for b ...

Thank you for the tip. I might use 2 strands for the backstitch. I like it also if my project looks fuller.

Have a nice day! ^_^

Chellypie

Spooky-Nurse replied at 2013-9-23 15:55

                               
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I always just use one strand - I think it is neater and quite sufficient for outlines etc - it makes ...

Oh, okay.. Thank you. Do you always use one strand for backstitches even if you use 3 strands for crossstitching?

Yeah, I am really having fun with this project. I am currently stitching Autumn Lane.. :D

seditas

Pienso como Jazzi aunque nunca he trabajado nada con tres hebras. Lo que si hago es hacer el pespunte un tono mas oscuro que la parte donde va perfilado y queda mejor

Chellypie

Sorry, no habla español. :D

But gracias for the comment, mi amiga.. :D

thesquish9

I/ve only ever heard of using 2 strands on 11 count fabric.  Everything else is just 1 strand.

tcca

It is entirely up to the look you want. I stitched some ornaments over 2 on 32 count, so it was 16 count. The pattern said to use 1 strand of floss, but because of the look of the ornament I tried 2 lines and it looked much better. But for some of the small detail areas I used just 1. In one place I even used 3!  I would say in the 14 - 18 count range, test and see which looks better for the effect you are going for.

Tinker1812

Hi, most patterns call for one strand but it's like others have said it's personal preference. If you think it needs two then use two :)

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2014-1-23 07:11

                               
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Hi, most patterns call for one strand but it's like others have said it's personal preference. If yo ...

I used two strands. I hope I can post my finished craft here.. :D Thank you.

deliciousfood

I use 2 on 14 and 11 count aids, and 1 on 16 and 18 count.

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2014-2-26 03:39

                               
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I use 2 on 14 and 11 count aids, and 1 on 16 and 18 count.

Obrigada a todas.