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Use a Waste Knot to Start a Stitch

By Connie G. Barwick, About.com

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Use the Same Method for Starting Other Stitches

Start a Back Stitch with a Waste Knot

Start a Back Stitch with a Waste Knot

Photo © Connie G. Barwick, licensed to About.com, Inc.
The same method may be used for starting French Knots, and other counted thread stitches.
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