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I was particularly keen to create foundations with different textures. I had high expectations that a new thread would give me a very different look to the DMC Linen and the DMC Floss used on the previous segments. I have never used DMC Satin Thread before but have read a couple of favourable reviews.
DMC Satin is a stranded rayon thread with a soft hand and incredible shimmer. I have used rayon threads before and found them difficult to handle, this thread did not cause me any of the problems that I have encountered before. I used a single strand to satin stitch this segment and I really like how it stitched out.
This thread really does give a satin effect. I am very please with how it stands out against the other segments,
The final segment is stitched with DMC Floss but this time I twisted the thread to alter the texture. This is a 2 into 1 twist and I have then used a single twisted strand to satin stitch the segment.
This is how the ‘block’ looks with all the foundations stitched.
Now I will start to embellish the block.
Happy Stitching
4 comments:
Hi Carol your stitching is lovely can't wait to see it. Sue XX
Lovely colours & nice stitching. Good practice for you JE foundations. jane
This is outstanding already, Carol! I have used that DMC satin floss and understand your hesitation in using it, but it is the loveliest of finishes in a good design.
Kathy V in NM
Carol Anne
i have been reading your blog backwards! And now I can go in the right direction! The foundation of the crazy block is terrific - incredible - I run out of adjectives! The contrast of the different threads shows up so well even in a photograph - I can only imagine how good they look in real life - the difference in texture in such a flat surface is amazing, I can imagine that stitching with the twisted floss was extremely difficult? No satin floss has surfaced here yet - can't wait!
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