Chellypie Publish time 2013-9-26 10:42

Jazzi replied at 2013-9-24 05:57 static/image/common/back.gif
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 Publish time 2013-9-26 10:48

Spooky-Nurse replied at 2013-9-23 15:55 static/image/common/back.gif
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 Publish time 2013-9-28 09:58

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 Publish time 2013-9-30 09:04

Sorry, no habla español. :D

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

thesquish9 Publish time 2014-1-4 02:53

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

tcca Publish time 2014-1-4 20:10

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 Publish time 2014-1-23 07:11

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

Chellypie Publish time 2014-2-18 21:49

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

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

deliciousfood Publish time 2014-2-26 14:39

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

mhbrazilian Publish time 2014-3-6 19:39

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

Obrigada a todas.
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