Upright stitches are often used as a part of other stitches or as a filling or border in Cross Stitch and Counted Thread projects.
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Begin by gathering the supplies needed to stitch a upright stitch.
To stitch a upright stitch, you will need:
- a pair of sharp scissors
- a small embroidery hoop
- a piece of Aida or linen fabric large enough to overlap the hoop by a few inches
- a short length of embroidery floss - any color
- a tapestry needle.
Place the fabric in the hoop and set aside. Cut a 12 inch length of six-strand embroidery floss and separate the strands of floss. Thread the tapestry needle with one-two strands of the floss.
Stitch the single upright stitch
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In this diagram the 3 by 3 section of the grid represents one pattern grid.
Begin the barrier stitch by securing the floss with a waste knot. Bring the threaded needle up at point 1. Take the needle down at point 2.
Begin the barrier stitch by securing the floss with a waste knot. Bring the threaded needle up at point 1. Take the needle down at point 2.
Continue practicing the single upright stitch.
Continue practicing the upright stitch. After the desired number of stitches are completed, clip the waste knot and secure the floss.Share a Photo of Your Project
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