When I posted this pic on Facebook a week and a half ago, people were intrigued -and wanted to know whether this was soluble, or tissue paper, or....?
In fact, it's tracing paper. I have always used it to test out quilting/stitching patterns on my art pieces, but now I find it's even better when I'm hand stitching, as I can actually draw the hand stitches I inted to use and see how they'll look. I can then erase, make adjustments and changes, and have a pattern I can take with me as I travel back and forth - which means I can chat with my co-workers at lunch while stitching, or watch t.v. and not have to "think" about what I'm doing.
And speaking of stitching... it's begun! Check out the beginning...
I actually know what I'm up to.
Really!
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What a great idea. Being able to see the effect of the hand stitches and have a pattern guide all at the same time! Mary Ann
ReplyDeleteGreat idea about the tracing paper. I'll try it on a piece I want to hand stitch soon.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea about the tracing paper. I'll try it on a piece I want to hand stitch soon.
ReplyDeleteI've done this with machine quilting before but never thought of using it for the hand stitching as well. What a great tip, thank you. Love the stitching that you have already done.
ReplyDeleteClever! And so simple...and obvious...and now a 'must try'! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThis is really nice Kit. I was wondering what you were going to be up to when I saw the initial photo, great to see the development. The creative process is always a wonder, but watching someone else's creativity can be just as wonderful a journey.
ReplyDeleteits looking great.
ReplyDeleteVery clever girl!! and you always make me smile!!
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